1985 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1975 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1985 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jeep Cherokee (114 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 765 kg more than 1975 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Jeep Cherokee (278 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jeep Cherokee | 1975 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Cherokee | Familia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1271 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |
