1986 Ford Fairlane vs. 1993 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1993 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jeep Cherokee (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1986 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 72 kg more than 1993 Jeep Cherokee.
Because 1993 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1986 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Jeep Cherokee. (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Fairlane | 1993 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Fairlane | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4089 cc | 3959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |
