1986 Audi 90 vs. 1997 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1997 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,463 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 330 kg more than 1986 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1997 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | 90 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2463 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
