1947 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1947 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Jaguar Mark IV (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (114 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1947 Jaguar Mark IV should accelerate faster than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 64 kg more than 1947 Jaguar Mark IV.
Because 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Jaguar Mark IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Jaguar Mark IV | 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jeep |
| Model | Mark IV | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
