1988 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1987 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1988 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Thema (100 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1988 Jeep Cherokee. (88 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1988 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 50 kg more than 1987 Lancia Thema.
Because 1988 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Lancia Thema. 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, 1987 Lancia Thema (221 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jeep Cherokee | 1987 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Jeep | Lancia |
| Model | Cherokee | Thema |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
