1990 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1989 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 1 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 3,133 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1989 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1989 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 50 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1989 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Camaro | 1989 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Camaro | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3133 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
