1988 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1977 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1988 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jeep Cherokee (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Violet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 575 kg more than 1977 Nissan Violet. 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 1977 Nissan Violet. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Violet. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jeep Cherokee | 1977 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Cherokee | Violet |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
