1987 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 1991 Rover 100 is newer by 4 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, 1991 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1987 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 582 kg more than 1991 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Jeep Cherokee | 1991 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Jeep | Rover |
| Model | Cherokee | 100 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
