1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1990 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Alpine (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (114 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 644 kg more than 1990 Renault Alpine.
Because 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Renault Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Jeep Grand 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, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Alpine. (290 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1990 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1200 mm |
