1964 Austin A 99 vs. 1994 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1994 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 99 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 75 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 30 kg more than 1964 Austin A 99. 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 1964 Austin A 99. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 99 | 1994 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | A 99 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |
