1959 Holden FC vs. 1987 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1987 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Holden FC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Holden FC would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Holden FC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Jeep Cherokee (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 468 kg more than 1959 Holden FC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Holden FC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1987 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FC | 1987 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Holden | Jeep |
| Model | FC | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |
