1990 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1989 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1990 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Vauxhall Astra 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 28 more horse power than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 500 kg more than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. 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 1989 Vauxhall Astra. 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. (103 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jeep Cherokee | 1989 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Jeep | Vauxhall |
| Model | Cherokee | Astra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
