1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1994 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1994 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jeep Cherokee (182 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (110 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 300 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1994 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | 75 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
