1988 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1997 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1997 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 135 kg more than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Camaro | 1997 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Camaro | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5012 cc | 2463 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 98.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |