1986 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1994 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1994 Lotus Esprit is newer by 8 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1986 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1986 Jeep Cherokee.
Because 1986 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Lotus Esprit. 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, 1994 Lotus Esprit (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1994 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Jeep Cherokee | 1994 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Jeep | Lotus |
| Model | Cherokee | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |
