1985 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2011 Ascari A10
To start off, 2011 Ascari A10 is newer by 26 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 511 more horse power than 1985 Jeep Cherokee. (114 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ascari A10 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 2011 Ascari A10.
Because 1985 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ascari A10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 2011 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Jeep Cherokee. (278 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jeep Cherokee | 2011 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Jeep | Ascari |
| Model | Cherokee | A10 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2636 mm |
