1987 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 24 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1987 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1987 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 933 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.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Jeep Cherokee | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Jeep | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cherokee | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |
