1991 Oldsmobile Achieva vs. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 406 kg more than 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Jeep Grand 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, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva. (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva | 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Jeep |
| Model | Achieva | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3133 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
