1986 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1963 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1986 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jeep Cherokee (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 870 kg more than 1963 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Jeep Cherokee | 1963 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Cherokee | Publica |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
