1987 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1982 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1987 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Jeep Cherokee (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 192 kg more than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Jeep Cherokee | 1982 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Cherokee | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2030 mm |
