1990 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1997 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1997 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 640 kg more than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Daihatsu Charade | 1997 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Daihatsu | Jeep |
Model | Charade | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 2464 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 98.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |