1953 Ford Prefect vs. 2009 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Cherokee (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1953 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1953 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Jeep Cherokee (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Prefect | 2009 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Prefect | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2700 mm |
