1990 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1990 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Corsa 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 14 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (73 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 705 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa. 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 1988 Opel Corsa. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jeep Cherokee | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | Cherokee | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
