1971 Rover 3.5 Litre vs. 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre would be higher. At 5,200 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee (225 HP) has 77 more horse power than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 10 kg more than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Grand 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, 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee (407 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. (276 Nm). This means 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre | 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Rover | Jeep |
| Model | 3.5 Litre | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2700 mm |
