1990 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1981 Simca 1100
To start off, 1990 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Simca 1100 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 43 more horse power than 1981 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1981 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 570 kg more than 1981 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Simca 1100. 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jeep Cherokee | 1981 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Jeep | Simca |
| Model | Cherokee | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 42 L |
