1963 Holden FB Special vs. 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1963 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 840 kg more than 1963 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Grand 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, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Holden FB Special | 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Holden | Jeep |
| Model | FB Special | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
