1988 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 23 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jeep Cherokee (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 350 kg more than 1988 Jeep Cherokee.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Jeep Cherokee | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Jeep | Tata |
Model | Cherokee | Sumo |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2425 mm |