1958 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (175 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 45 kg more than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII.
Because 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Grand 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, 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jaguar MK VIII | 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jeep |
| Model | MK VIII | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
