1997 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1997 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 245 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Because 1997 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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 Jeep Cherokee (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina. 1997 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1988 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1988 Toyota Carina 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 | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Cherokee | Carina |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2540 mm |
