2000 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1987 Mazda 929
To start off, 2000 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 120 kg more than 1987 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mazda 929. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Jeep Cherokee (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929. 2000 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1987 Mazda 929 has manual transmission. 1987 Mazda 929 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Cherokee | 1987 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Cherokee | 929 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
