1999 Fiat Duna vs. 1989 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1999 Fiat Duna is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jeep Cherokee (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 565 kg more than 1999 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Duna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Duna | 1989 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Duna | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |
