1970 Ford Escort vs. 1994 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1994 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Escort 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 144 more horse power than 1970 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 755 kg more than 1970 Ford Escort. 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 1970 Ford Escort. 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 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Escort | 1994 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Escort | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2580 mm |
