1990 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1999 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 1999 Nissan Maxima is newer by 9 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, 1999 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 105 kg more than 1999 Nissan Maxima.
Because 1990 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Nissan Maxima. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Maxima. (177 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Jeep Cherokee | 1999 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Jeep | Nissan |
Model | Cherokee | Maxima |
Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4400 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 | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |