2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1134 kg more than 1985 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Cherokee | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
