1984 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1966 Riley 4
To start off, 1984 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Riley 4 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Jeep Cherokee (115 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1966 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1966 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 417 kg more than 1966 Riley 4. 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 1966 Riley 4. 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Riley 4. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Jeep Cherokee | 1966 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Jeep | Riley |
| Model | Cherokee | 4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
