2009 Jeep Liberty vs. 1992 Toyota Sera
To start off, 2009 Jeep Liberty is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Sera would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Sera. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1992 Toyota Sera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Liberty is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Jeep Liberty. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Sera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm). This means 2009 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Sera. 2009 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 1992 Toyota Sera has manual transmission. 1992 Toyota Sera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Liberty | 1992 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Liberty | Sera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
