1990 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1973 Mazda 929
To start off, 1990 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jeep Cherokee (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 380 kg more than 1973 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jeep Cherokee | 1973 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Cherokee | 929 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
