1990 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1975 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1990 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 470 kg more than 1975 Lancia Stratos.
Because 1990 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Lancia Stratos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1975 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jeep Cherokee | 1975 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Jeep | Lancia |
| Model | Cherokee | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
