1997 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Wrangler (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 360 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Wrangler 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 Wrangler (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jeep Wrangler | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Wrangler | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
