1971 Audi 100 vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (147 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1971 Audi 100. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 814 kg more than 1971 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | 100 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1864 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
