1995 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1995 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Jeep Cherokee (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1987 Renault 5. (118 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 702 kg more than 1987 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 5. (165 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Jeep Cherokee | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Cherokee | 5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
