1972 Audi Variant vs. 1997 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1997 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Audi Variant would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (114 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1972 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1972 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 450 kg more than 1972 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Audi Variant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (283 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Audi Variant | 1997 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | Variant | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1695 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |
