1987 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1987 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1987 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 323 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit.
Because 1987 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Fit. 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, 1987 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Jeep Cherokee | 2011 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Jeep | Honda |
| Model | Cherokee | Fit |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 40 L |
