1959 Ford 17M vs. 1989 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1989 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford 17M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford 17M would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jeep Cherokee (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 335 kg more than 1959 Ford 17M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford 17M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford 17M | 1989 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | 17M | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
