1987 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1998 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1998 Subaru Impreza is newer by 11 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, 1998 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1987 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1987 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 308 kg more than 1998 Subaru Impreza.
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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Jeep Cherokee | 1998 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Jeep | Subaru |
Model | Cherokee | Impreza |
Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1144 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |