1958 Jaguar MK IX vs. 1986 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1986 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar MK IX (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1986 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1986 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 355 kg more than 1986 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Jaguar MK IX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1958 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1958 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jaguar MK IX | 1986 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jeep |
| Model | MK IX | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2580 mm |
