1990 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 21 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 140 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jeep Cherokee | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | Cherokee | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3200 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 | 1310 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 |
