2006 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1987 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 2006 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Pontiac 1000 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 80 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 857 kg more than 1987 Pontiac 1000. 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 1987 Pontiac 1000. 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 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Cherokee | 1987 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Jeep | Pontiac |
| Model | Cherokee | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1817 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2400 mm |
