1985 AC Cobra vs. 1989 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1989 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 AC Cobra (223 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1989 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1989 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 370 kg more than 1985 AC Cobra.
Because 1989 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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 AC Cobra (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 1989 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | AC | Jeep |
| Model | Cobra | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
