1986 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2012 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2012 Lotus Evora is newer by 26 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1986 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Evora 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 2012 Lotus Evora. 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, 2012 Lotus Evora (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Jeep Cherokee | 2012 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Jeep | Lotus |
| Model | Cherokee | Evora |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 59 L |
