1999 Fiat Scudo vs. 1990 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1999 Fiat Scudo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jeep Cherokee (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 415 kg more than 1999 Fiat Scudo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Scudo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Scudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Scudo | 1990 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Scudo | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
