1988 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2000 ZAZ Wagon
To start off, 2000 ZAZ Wagon 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, 1988 Jeep Cherokee (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2000 ZAZ Wagon. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2000 ZAZ Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 705 kg more than 2000 ZAZ Wagon. 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 2000 ZAZ Wagon. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 ZAZ Wagon. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 ZAZ Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jeep Cherokee | 2000 ZAZ Wagon | |
| Make | Jeep | ZAZ |
| Model | Cherokee | Wagon |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2330 mm |
