1997 Honda NSX vs. 1984 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1997 Honda NSX 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. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1984 Jeep Cherokee. (115 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1984 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 67 kg more than 1997 Honda NSX.
Because 1984 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda NSX. 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, 1997 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Jeep Cherokee. (278 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda NSX | 1984 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | NSX | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1498 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2580 mm |
