1984 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1953 Plymouth Cambridge
To start off, 1984 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Plymouth Cambridge would be higher. At 3,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Plymouth Cambridge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Jeep Cherokee (115 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 170 kg more than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Jeep Cherokee (278 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. (237 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1984 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Jeep Cherokee | 1953 Plymouth Cambridge | |
| Make | Jeep | Plymouth |
| Model | Cherokee | Cambridge |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2900 mm |
