1991 Comanche Gets Performance Boost

The 1991 Comanche features an engine upgrade for both 4 and 6 cylinders.

1990 4 Cylinder 2.5L Engine:
121 hp @ 5250 RPM
141 ft/lb torque @ 3250 RPM
Throttle-body fuel injection system

1990 6 Cylinder 4.0L Engine (I-6):
177 hp @ 4750 RPM
220 ft/lb torque @ 4000 RPM

1991 4 Cylinder 2.5L Engine:

126 hp @ 5250 RPM
148 ft/lb torque @ 3000 RPM
Multi-point fuel injection system

1991 6 Cylinder 4.0L Engine (I-6):
190 hp @ 4750 RPM
225 ft/lb torque @ 4000 RPM

Engine/Transmission Options:
Optional 4-speed automatic transmission available for all models
Base - 2.5L Engine, 5 speed manual standard (4.0L Engine, 5 speed manual optional)
Pioneer - 2.5L Engine, 5 speed manual standard (4.0L Engine, 5 speed manual optional)
SporTruck - 2.5L Engine, 4 speed manual standard  (4.0L Engine, 5 speed manual optional)
Eliminator - 4.0L Engine, 5 speed manual standard

Other Options:
Optional Command-Trac part-time four-wheel-drive with shift-on-the-fly capability
Air Conditioning
Speed Control
Skid Plate
Off-road Package

Optional Off-road Package includes the following:
High-Pressure Front and Rear Gas-Charged Shocks
15x7 Silver Styled Wheels
P225/75/R15 Goodyear Wrangler All-Terrain Tires
Heavy Duty Radiator
Skid Plate
Axillary Transmission Oil Cooler
Tow Hooks
Full Size Spare Tire


Warranty:
12 month/12,000 mile full coverage, excluding tires

7/70 Protection Plan:
7 yr/70,000 mile engine and powertrain protection
7 yr/100,000 mile rust protection


Source:
Advertising Supplement to The News - Apr 11, 1991
Page 9

Jeep will offer four wheel drive Eliminator for 1990

Some analysts believe that 1990 may be a rough year for Jeep, including sales of Cherokee, Comanche, Wagoneer, and Grand Wagoneer.

Starting in 1990, Jeep will offer a four wheel drive version of the Comanche Eliminator, which was previously two wheel drive.

Source:
Toledo Blade - Sep 12, 1989
Page 24

New Smaller Version of Comanche Available for 1987

Two different size Comanches are available for 1987:
113 inch wheelbase with a 6 foot cargo box
119.6 inch wheelbase with a 7 foot cargo box

The V6 Engine is replaced with the I-6, an in-line 6 cylinder engine.

I-4 Specifications:
121 hp @ 5000 RPM
141 ft/lb torque @ 3500 RPM

I-6 Specifications:
173 hp @ 4500 RPM
220 ft/lb torque @ 2500 RPM

A new 4-speed automatic transmission with two modes is introduced:
Comfort mode - conservative and economical shifting
Power mode - Upshift at higher engine RPM, dowshift more rapidly, more sensitive to throttle position

Base model and and Pioneer model available in 6 or 7 foot bed versions.
Chief package for 6 foot bed version only.
Laredo  package for 7 foot bed version only.

Source:
Record-Journal - Feb 15, 1987
F-17

Second Jeep Comanche Model offered for 1987

For the 1987 model year, Jeep will offer a second version of the Comanche.
This version will feature a shorter wheelbase and a shorter cargo box.

Source:
Portsmouth Daily Times - Oct 26, 1986

Comanche Engine Upgrade in 1987 Model

The 1987 Comanche (as well as Cherokee and Wagoneer) will receive a power boost with electronically fuel-injected 4.0 L, 6 cylinder engine.

The I-6 specifications are as follows:
0 to 60 in less than 10 seconds
Peak 173 hp @ 4,500 rpm
220 lb ft of torque @ 2,500 rpm

This is a 50 percent gain in horsepower and 47 percent gain in torque over the V-6 engine offered in 1986.

The I-4 will also receive an upgrade due to using the same, larger air cleaner as the I-6.
Specifications are as follows:
121 hp @ 5,000 rpm
141 lb ft of torque @ 3,500 rpm

Also introduced in 1987 are the following:
New wide-ratio, 4 speed automatic transmission
New NP 242 transfer case


Source:
Sarasota Herald-Tribune Oct 21, 1986
5-F

Jeep Comanche Named 'Four Wheeler of the Year'

The Comanche was named 'Four Wheeler of the Year' by the editors of Four Wheeler magazine.

Competitors in the competition included:
Jeep Comanche
Ford Ranger Supercab
Isuzu Spacecab
Nissan Pickup
Susuki Samurai
Toyota 4Runner

Vehicles were rated in the following categories:
Power and performance
Overall economy
Ruggedness
Comfort and convenience
Handling and brakes (on-road)
Utility
Fit and Finish
Service Access
Value for Cost

In honor of this award, Jeep will make a limited edition Comanche available in Spring 1986

Limited 'Four Wheeler of the Year Comanche' edition features:
Premium two-tone sterling metallic and black paint
Black or Mesa fabric interior
Styled wheels with bright trim rings and center hubs
P205/75 black radial tires
Chrome dual side mirrors
Chrome door and tailgate handles
Chrome taillight trim and rear step bumper
All standard equipment features of Comanche X series


Source:
The Windsor Star - Feb 24, 1986
D2

Jeep Comanche smart looking and functional

Specifications for 1986 Jeep Comanche:
2,926 lb

Available engines:
2.5L 4 cylinder - 135 ft/lb of torque
2.8L 6 cylinder (V6) - 150 ft/lb of torque
Turbo-Diesel

Standard Gas Tank Capacity:
16 Gallons

Price:
Base: $6,999
Fully Loaded: $11,119

Standard Features:
Front Coil Springs
Rear Leaf Springs
Quadra-Link front suspension

Cargo Bed:
88.5 inch long
55.3 inch wide

Hauling Capacity:
Standard - 1,200 lb
Heavy-Duty Package - 2,205 lb

Available Extras:
Deep Metallic-Blue Paint - $161
Bucket Seats - $188
Automatic Transmission - $670
Air Conditioner - $765
Power Steering - $274
Sliding Rear Window - $111
Tinted Glass - $47
"X Package" - Fancy interior and exterior trim - $588
Tilt Steering - $118
Cruise Control - $205
AM-FM Stereo - $177
Dual outside mirrors - $54
Rear step bumper - $176
Intermittent Windshield Wipers - $57
Extra Large Gas Tank, 23.5 Gallons - $50




Source:
Boca Raton News - Jan 5, 1986
Page 6C

Jeep Comanche Test Vehicle Specs Released

Wheelbase: 119.6 inches
Overall Length: 194 inches
Width: 71.7 inches
Height: 63.7 inches
Base curb weight: 3,023 lb

Box size:
88.5 in long
55.3 in wide
16.4 in height

Cargo volume:
46.4 cubic feet

Payload capacity:
1,200 lb

Optional metric ton payload:
2,205 lb

Tow Rating:
Class I Hitch: 2,000 lb, 250 lb tongue
Class II Hitch: 4,200 lb, 500 lb tongue

Engine:
Standard: 4 cylinder 250 cubic inch (2.5 L)
117 hp @ 5,000 rpm
135 ft-lb torque @ 3,500 rpm
24/27 mpg

Optional: 6 cylinder
"more torque at lower rpm"
17/22 mpg
(other statistics missing)



Source:
Morning Call - Allentown, PA
Sep 7, 1985, page 143