1998 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1984 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1998 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 265 kg more than 1984 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Jeep Cherokee (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jeep Cherokee | 1984 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Cherokee | Celica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
