1991 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1987 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1987 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1987 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 2 kg more than 1991 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen Rally Raid | 1987 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | Rally Raid | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2580 mm |
