1992 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1984 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1992 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jeep Cherokee (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 515 kg more than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 1992 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1992 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jeep Cherokee | 1984 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cherokee | Passat |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
