1988 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2000 Acura EL
To start off, 2000 Acura EL is newer by 12 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, 2000 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1988 Jeep Cherokee. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1988 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 371 kg more than 2000 Acura EL.
Because 1988 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Acura EL. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jeep Cherokee | 2000 Acura EL | |
| Make | Jeep | Acura |
| Model | Cherokee | EL |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5500 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 | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2619 mm |
