1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2008 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 603 kg more than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2008 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Jeep |
Model | Sports Convertible | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |