1989 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1993 Renault Safrane is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (264 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1989 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1989 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 225 kg more than 1989 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Renault Safrane (370 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Jeep Cherokee | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Jeep | Renault |
Model | Cherokee | Safrane |
Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2963 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |