1989 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1981 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1989 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Cherry (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1989 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1989 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 600 kg more than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
Because 1989 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Nissan Cherry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jeep Cherokee | 1981 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Cherokee | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2400 mm |
