2002 Audi S3 vs. 1987 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2002 Audi S3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1987 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 29 kg more than 2002 Audi S3.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Audi S3 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2002 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi S3 | 1987 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | S3 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1423 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |
