1975 Audi 50 vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 50 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1975 Audi 50. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1293 kg more than 1975 Audi 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Audi 50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 50. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 50 | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | 50 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
