1992 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 3,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1992 Jeep Wrangler. (105 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1992 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 490 kg more than 1992 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Jeep Wrangler. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Jeep Wrangler. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1992 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 1992 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jeep Wrangler | 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Jeep | Jeep |
| Model | Wrangler | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2459 cc | 3958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
