1968 Ford 17 vs. 1994 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1994 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 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 59 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 420 kg more than 1968 Ford 17. 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 1968 Ford 17. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 17 | 1994 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | 17 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2550 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
