1999 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1981 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1999 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Carina. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 475 kg more than 1981 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Jeep Cherokee (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Carina. (124 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Carina. 1999 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1981 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1981 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jeep Cherokee | 1981 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Cherokee | Carina |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
