1987 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1971 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1987 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Jeep Cherokee (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1971 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 542 kg more than 1971 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Opel Ascona. 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, 1987 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Jeep Cherokee | 1971 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | Cherokee | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
