1959 Alvis TD vs. 1997 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1997 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alvis TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alvis TD would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Alvis TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 45 kg more than 1997 Jeep Cherokee.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1959 Alvis TD (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alvis TD | 1997 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Alvis | Jeep |
Model | TD | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2463 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |