2002 Acura EL vs. 1989 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2002 Acura EL is newer by 13 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1989 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1989 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 270 kg more than 2002 Acura EL.
Because 1989 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura EL. 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, 1989 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura EL. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura EL | 1989 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Acura | Jeep |
| Model | EL | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
