1993 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1993 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jeep Cherokee (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 40 kg more than 1975 Plymouth Volare. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Plymouth Volare. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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 Plymouth Volare (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Jeep Cherokee. (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jeep Cherokee | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Jeep | Plymouth |
| Model | Cherokee | Volare |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3959 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
