1997 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1997 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. Both 1997 Jeep Cherokee and 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 are equipped with a 2,463 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 (192 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 80 kg more than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190.
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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 (235 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Jeep Cherokee | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Cherokee | 190 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2463 cc | 2463 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 97.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |