2002 Honda Vamos vs. 1990 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2002 Honda Vamos is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jeep Cherokee (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 490 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Vamos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 1990 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos. 2002 Honda Vamos has automatic transmission and 1990 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 1990 Jeep Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Vamos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Vamos | 1990 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Vamos | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 76 L |
