1987 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 1987 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1987 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 1987 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 78 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Because 1987 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. 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, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Jeep Cherokee | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Jeep | Plymouth |
| Model | Cherokee | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
