1990 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1977 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1990 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Familia 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 13 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 650 kg more than 1977 Mazda Familia. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jeep Cherokee | 1977 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Cherokee | Familia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |
