1998 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1988 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1998 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Model F 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 44 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 130 kg more than 1988 Toyota Model F. 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 Toyota Model F. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jeep Cherokee | 1988 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Cherokee | Model F |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2240 mm |
