1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1990 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,125 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Golf (161 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 773 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Grand 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 Grand Cherokee (384 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1990 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1990 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1990 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Golf |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3125 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 384 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2480 mm |
