1990 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 20 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 17 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.
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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Jeep Cherokee | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Jeep | Subaru |
Model | Cherokee | Impreza |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1467 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |