2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 2,774 cc, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (147 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 609 kg more than 1981 Toyota Soarer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Toyota Soarer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (211 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Cherokee | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Cherokee | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2774 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 1255 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
