2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 318 kg more than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jeep Cherokee (344 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Cherokee | 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Jeep | Toyota |
Model | Cherokee | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2445 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2320 mm |