1973 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1997 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1997 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 155 kg more than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. 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 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Camaro | 1997 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Camaro | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
