1990 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1996 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1996 Mazda RX-01 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 2,615 cc, 1996 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 350 kg more than 1996 Mazda RX-01.
Because 1990 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mazda RX-01. 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, 1996 Mazda RX-01 (220 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jeep Cherokee | 1996 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Cherokee | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2615 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
