1959 Ford 17M vs. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 45 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 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 649 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford 17M | 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | 17M | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 78 L |
