1992 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1975 Porsche 930
To start off, 1992 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1992 Jeep Cherokee. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1992 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 420 kg more than 1975 Porsche 930.
Because 1992 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1975 Porsche 930 (351 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Jeep Cherokee. (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jeep Cherokee | 1975 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Cherokee | 930 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
