1956 Austin A 90 vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 658 kg more than 1956 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 90 | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Austin | Jeep |
Model | A 90 | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |