1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1987 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 549 kg more than 1987 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand 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, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Avanti Avanti | 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Avanti | Jeep |
| Model | Avanti | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2169 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 78 L |
