1990 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1991 Toyota Century
To start off, 1991 Toyota Century is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Century weights approximately 350 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.
Because 1990 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Toyota Century. 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, 1991 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. 1991 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 1990 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 1990 Jeep Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jeep Cherokee | 1991 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Cherokee | Century |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2870 mm |
