1985 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2002 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2002 Toyota Allion is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Allion (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1985 Jeep Cherokee. (114 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Allion should accelerate faster than 1985 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 285 kg more than 2002 Toyota Allion.
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, 1985 Jeep Cherokee (278 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Allion. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Allion. 2002 Toyota Allion has automatic transmission and 1985 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 1985 Jeep Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Allion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jeep Cherokee | 2002 Toyota Allion | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Cherokee | Allion |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
