1975 Austin 1800 vs. 1994 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1994 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jeep Cherokee (182 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1975 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 370 kg more than 1975 Austin 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Austin 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin 1800 | 1994 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | 1800 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
