2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 1987 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Bravo (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1987 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1987 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 102 kg more than 2008 Fiat Bravo.
Because 1987 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Bravo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2008 Fiat Bravo (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Bravo | 1987 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Bravo | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 76 L |
