1990 Austin Maestro vs. 1987 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1990 Austin Maestro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Jeep Cherokee (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1990 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 537 kg more than 1990 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Austin Maestro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Austin Maestro | 1987 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Austin | Jeep |
Model | Maestro | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1990 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1273 cc | 2068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 76 L |