1990 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1996 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 1996 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 6 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 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 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 590 kg more than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. 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 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jeep Cherokee | 1996 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Jeep | Lancia |
| Model | Cherokee | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1241 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 98 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 | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 47 L |
