1989 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 23 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dacia Duster (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1989 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1989 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 250 kg more than 2012 Dacia Duster.
Because 1989 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dacia Duster. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1989 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Jeep Cherokee | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Jeep | Dacia |
Model | Cherokee | Duster |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2673 mm |