1986 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1988 Opel Corsa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Corsa (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1986 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1986 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 630 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Because 1986 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (134 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Jeep Cherokee | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | Cherokee | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
