1992 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1994 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1994 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1992 Jeep Cherokee. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1992 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 25 kg more than 1992 Jeep Cherokee. 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 1994 Nissan 300 ZX. 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, 1994 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Jeep Cherokee. (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jeep Cherokee | 1994 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Cherokee | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
