1997 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1982 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1997 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 2,463 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 606 kg more than 1982 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (84 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Jeep Cherokee | 1982 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Jeep | Toyota |
Model | Cherokee | Starlet |
Year Released | 1997 | 1982 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2463 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 774 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |