2006 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 2006 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (144 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 967 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Cherokee | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Cherokee | 323 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1817 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
