1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1984 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 13 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. Both 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 and 1984 Jeep Cherokee are equipped with a 2,499 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 1984 Jeep Cherokee. (115 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1984 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 525 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Jeep Cherokee. (278 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1984 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | 155 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
