1988 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1990 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1990 Lancia Dedra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 88 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 280 kg more than 1990 Lancia Dedra.
Because 1988 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Lancia Dedra. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jeep Cherokee | 1990 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Jeep | Lancia |
| Model | Cherokee | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 63 L |
