1959 Ford Prefect vs. 1994 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1994 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jeep Cherokee (182 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 795 kg more than 1959 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1994 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Prefect | 1994 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Prefect | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2580 mm |
