1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1990 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1990 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley QB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley QB 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 48 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1069 kg more than 1959 Berkeley QB. 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 1959 Berkeley QB. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1990 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Berkeley | Jeep |
| Model | QB | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 76 L |
