1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 26 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, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1987 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 500 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 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Avanti | Jeep |
| Model | Avanti | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2916 mm |
