1975 Ford Escort 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 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (147 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 954 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort. 2005 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1975 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1975 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Escort | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1864 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
