1990 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1997 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 1997 Nissan Sentra is newer by 7 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 2 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Sentra. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 484 kg more than 1997 Nissan Sentra. 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 1997 Nissan Sentra. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Sentra. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Jeep Cherokee | 1997 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Jeep | Nissan |
Model | Cherokee | Sentra |
Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |