1986 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 21 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1986 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 96 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6.
Because 1986 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 6. 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Jeep Cherokee | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Cherokee | 6 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 94 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
