1992 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1998 Renault Spider
To start off, 1998 Renault Spider is newer by 6 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, 1992 Jeep Cherokee (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1998 Renault Spider. (141 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 570 kg more than 1998 Renault Spider. 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 1998 Renault Spider. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jeep Cherokee | 1998 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Cherokee | Spider |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 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 | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
