Jeep Cherokee I (SJ) 3-door 4.2 (103 Hp) 4WD
Jeep Cherokee:
The Jeep Cherokee is a line of sport utility vehicles manufactured and marketed by Jeep over six generations. Marketed initially as a variant of the Jeep Wagoneer , the Cherokee has evolved from a full-size station wagon to one of the first compact SUVs and into its latest generation as a crossover SUV.
Named after the Cherokee tribe of Native Americans in the United States, Jeep has used the nameplate in some capacity since late 1973 when American Motors Corporation introduced the 1974 model year line....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I (SJ) 3-door Overview:
Jeep Cherokee (I (SJ) 3-door). With a weight of 1820 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. The top speed reaches 115 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Efficiency-focused engine (103 hp), ideal for city commuting.
- • All-wheel drive for superior traction in all conditions.
Cons:
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (SJ) 3-door: 1975 - 1978).
| General: |
| Brand: | Jeep |
| Model: | Cherokee |
| Generation: | I (SJ) 3-door |
| Modification (Engine): | 4.2 (103 Hp) 4WD |
| Start of production: | 1976 |
| End of production: | 1978 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: |
| Power: | 103 Hp @ 3600 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 24.3 Hp/l [60mm more] |
| Engine Model/Code: | AMC A More details about the engine AMC A |
| Engine displacement: | 4233 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Fuel injection system: | Carburettor |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.7 l |
| Coolant: | 9.9 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 95.25 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 99.06 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 8:1 |
| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Maximum speed: | 115 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 17.7 kg/Hp, 56.6 Hp/tonne |
| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1820 |
| Max. weight: | 2170 |
| Max load: | 350 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 2693 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 83 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 680 kg |
| Size: |
| Length: | 4660 mm mm [60mm more] |
| Width: | 1920 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1720 mm mm [60mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2770 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1520 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1470 mm |
| Front overhang: | 760 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 1130 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 196 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.5 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels permanently, and the front wheels are driven through an electrically or mechanically operated clutch if necessary. |
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| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
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| Number of gears | 3 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Disc, 304.8 mm [bad for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Drum, 279.4x50.8 mm [bad for performance and cooling.] |
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| Steering type | Cone worm with recirculation balls |
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| Wheel rims size | 6J x 15 |
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| Front suspension | Leaf spring |
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| Rear suspension | Leaf spring |
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