1970 GAZ 24 vs. 1997 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1997 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 GAZ 24. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 GAZ 24 would be higher. At 2,463 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1970 GAZ 24. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ 24. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 GAZ 24 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1997 Jeep Cherokee.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 GAZ 24. (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 GAZ 24.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 GAZ 24 | 1997 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | GAZ | Jeep |
| Model | 24 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2463 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
