1998 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 1998 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda 929 (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1998 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1998 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mazda 929 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1998 Jeep Cherokee. 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 1986 Mazda 929. 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, 1986 Mazda 929 (259 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jeep Cherokee | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Cherokee | 929 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
