1968 Ford GT 40 vs. 1998 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1998 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford GT 40 (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1998 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1998 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 470 kg more than 1968 Ford GT 40.
Because 1998 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1968 Ford GT 40 (637 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jeep Cherokee. 1998 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1968 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford GT 40 | 1998 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | GT 40 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4948 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2580 mm |
