1999 Holden Berlina vs. 1989 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1989 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1989 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 250 kg more than 1989 Jeep Cherokee. 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 Holden Berlina. 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 1989 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Holden | Jeep |
| Model | Berlina | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |
