1990 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2009 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2009 Opel Vivaro is newer by 19 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, 2009 Opel Vivaro (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 163 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 2009 Opel Vivaro. 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, 2009 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Jeep Cherokee | 2009 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Jeep | Opel |
Model | Cherokee | Vivaro |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 90 L |