1986 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1986 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1986 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 107 kg more than 1986 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Jeep Cherokee | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jeep | Porsche |
Model | Cherokee | 911 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2068 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 67 L |