1990 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1979 Mazda 929
To start off, 1990 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 929 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 300 kg more than 1979 Mazda 929.
Because 1990 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mazda 929. 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, 1990 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jeep Cherokee | 1979 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Cherokee | 929 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
