1987 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1988 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1988 Nissan Prairie is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Jeep Cherokee 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 8 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 474 kg more than 1988 Nissan Prairie. 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 1988 Nissan Prairie. 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Jeep Cherokee | 1988 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Cherokee | Prairie |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
