1986 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2003 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2003 Mazda Premacy is newer by 17 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, 2003 Mazda Premacy (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1986 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1986 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 140 kg more than 2003 Mazda Premacy.
Because 1986 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda Premacy. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Jeep Cherokee | 2003 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Cherokee | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 58 L |
