1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee (114 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 774 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Jeep Grand 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, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | 75 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1566 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
