1987 Honda Legend vs. 1990 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1990 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Legend (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 120 kg more than 1987 Honda Legend.
Because 1990 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1987 Honda Legend (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Legend | 1990 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Legend | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |