2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1988 Lada 2104
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada 2104 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 74 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 667 kg more than 1988 Lada 2104. 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 1988 Lada 2104. 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Cherokee | 1988 Lada 2104 | |
| Make | Jeep | Lada |
| Model | Cherokee | 2104 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
