1987 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1958 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1987 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Jeep Cherokee (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 202 kg more than 1958 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Jeep Cherokee | 1958 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Cherokee | Crown |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2540 mm |
