2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1990 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Subaru Legacy 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 108 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Legacy. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 589 kg more than 1990 Subaru Legacy. 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 (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Legacy. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 1990 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | Cherokee | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1820 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 64 L |
