1992 Ford Escort vs. 1990 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 2 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 385 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
Because 1990 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Escort. 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, 1990 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1990 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Escort | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
