1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 1997 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1997 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,422 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Cadillac 62 (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 322 kg more than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Jeep 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, 1951 Cadillac 62 (423 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 1997 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
| Model | 62 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2580 mm |
