1994 Dodge Viper vs. 1984 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1994 Dodge Viper is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1984 Jeep Cherokee. (115 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1984 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 23 kg more than 1994 Dodge Viper.
Because 1984 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Jeep Cherokee. (278 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Viper | 1984 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Viper | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7988 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
