1984 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 23 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1984 Jeep Cherokee. (115 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1984 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 220 kg more than 1984 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Jeep Cherokee | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Jeep | SsangYong |
Model | Cherokee | Korando |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |