1985 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 1988 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1988 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (346 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1988 Jeep Cherokee. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 1988 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 490 kg more than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037.
Because 1988 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 | 1988 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Abarth | Jeep |
| Model | Lancia 037 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
