1963 Ford Consul vs. 1990 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1990 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jeep Cherokee (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 568 kg more than 1963 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Consul | 1990 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Consul | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 76 L |
