1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 1990 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1990 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jeep Cherokee (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 500 kg more than 1956 Isuzu Minx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Isuzu Minx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Isuzu Minx | 1990 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Isuzu | Jeep |
| Model | Minx | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
