1984 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 21 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1984 Jeep Cherokee. (115 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1984 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 195 kg more than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Because 1984 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Avensis. 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1984 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Jeep Cherokee | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Cherokee | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
