1997 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1981 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1997 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (114 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 260 kg more than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jeep Cherokee (283 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. 1997 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1981 Toyota Blizzard has manual transmission. 1981 Toyota Blizzard will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jeep Cherokee | 1981 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Cherokee | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2030 mm |
