1966 Ford Mustang vs. 1997 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1997 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 6,385 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Mustang (320 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 251 kg more than 1966 Ford Mustang.
Because 1997 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (195 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Mustang. (85 Nm). This means 1997 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Mustang | 1997 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Mustang | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6385 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.9 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
