1990 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 23 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 64 kg more than 2013 Lotus Evora.
Because 1990 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Lotus Evora. 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, 2013 Lotus Evora (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jeep Cherokee | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Jeep | Lotus |
| Model | Cherokee | Evora |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
