1988 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1971 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1988 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Rekord would be higher. Both 1988 Jeep Cherokee and 1971 Opel Rekord are equipped with a 2,068 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jeep Cherokee (88 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1971 Opel Rekord. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 350 kg more than 1971 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jeep Cherokee | 1971 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | Cherokee | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
