1991 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1991 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1991 Jeep Cherokee. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1991 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 254 kg more than 1991 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Jeep Cherokee. (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Jeep Cherokee. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante has automatic transmission and 1991 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 1991 Jeep Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Jeep Cherokee | 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Jeep | Aston Martin |
| Model | Cherokee | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3958 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
