1984 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Jeep Cherokee (115 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (106 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 740 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda Familia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Jeep Cherokee (278 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Jeep Cherokee | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Cherokee | Familia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |
