1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2004 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Liberty (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 245 kg more than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty 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, 2004 Jeep Liberty (225 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (219 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Austin 3-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Austin 3-Litre | 2004 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | 3-Litre | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 74 L |
