1990 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1990 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 430 kg more than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz G (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jeep Cherokee | 1982 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cherokee | G |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
