2006 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2006 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 25 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 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 726 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 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (401 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (235 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Cherokee | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Jeep | Toyota |
Model | Cherokee | Soarer |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2776 cc | 2759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2670 mm |