1987 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1988 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1988 Venturi Coupe 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 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1987 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1987 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 197 kg more than 1988 Venturi Coupe.
Because 1987 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Venturi Coupe. 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, 1988 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1988 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Jeep Cherokee | 1988 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Jeep | Venturi |
| Model | Cherokee | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
