1986 Holden Astra vs. 2007 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Astra would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1986 Holden Astra. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 971 kg more than 1986 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Holden Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Astra. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Holden Astra | 2007 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Holden | Jeep |
Model | Astra | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2650 mm |