2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1985 Mazda 121
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (144 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 121. (55 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 952 kg more than 1985 Mazda 121. 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 1985 Mazda 121. 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 (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 121. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Cherokee | 1985 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Cherokee | 121 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
