1974 Holden Monaro vs. 1997 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1997 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,832 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1974 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 40 kg more than 1974 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1974 Holden Monaro (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Holden Monaro | 1997 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Holden | Jeep |
Model | Monaro | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2832 cc | 2463 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |