1995 Italdesign Nazca vs. 1997 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1997 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 430 kg more than 1995 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1997 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Italdesign Nazca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1995 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Italdesign Nazca | 1997 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Italdesign | Jeep |
| Model | Nazca | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
