1961 Jaguar E-Type vs. 1987 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1987 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar E-Type (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1987 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1987 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 216 kg more than 1961 Jaguar E-Type.
Because 1987 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Jaguar E-Type. 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, 1961 Jaguar E-Type (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jaguar E-Type | 1987 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jeep |
| Model | E-Type | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
