1988 Dodge Colt vs. 1990 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1990 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Dodge Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Dodge Colt would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jeep Cherokee (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 455 kg more than 1988 Dodge Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Dodge Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Colt | 1990 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Colt | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1467 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2580 mm |
