1998 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1988 Lexus LS
To start off, 1998 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lexus LS would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1998 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1998 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lexus LS weights approximately 385 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 1988 Lexus LS. 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, 1988 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jeep Cherokee | 1988 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Jeep | Lexus |
| Model | Cherokee | LS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2820 mm |
