1987 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1987 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Comet (98 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1987 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1987 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 182 kg more than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Because 1987 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1970 Mercury Comet (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Jeep Cherokee | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercury |
| Model | Cherokee | Comet |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
