1987 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 23 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1987 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1987 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 31 kg more than 1987 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Jeep Cherokee | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | Cherokee | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
