1989 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1989 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jeep Cherokee (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 766 kg more than 1975 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jeep Cherokee | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Cherokee | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2340 mm |
