1990 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 164 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 2013 Toyota Tacoma. 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 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Jeep Cherokee | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Jeep | Toyota |
Model | Cherokee | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |