1961 Isuzu Minx vs. 1994 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1994 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Isuzu Minx 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 120 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 530 kg more than 1961 Isuzu Minx. 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 1961 Isuzu Minx. 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Isuzu Minx | 1994 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Isuzu | Jeep |
| Model | Minx | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
