2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1984 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1984 Jeep Cherokee. (115 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1984 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 170 kg more than 1984 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Jeep Cherokee. (278 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1984 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | Spider | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2386 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |
