1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee (247 HP @ 4050 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 820 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee (468 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Jeep |
Model | 100 | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 5899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4050 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 468 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3050 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1710 mm |