1987 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1966 Marcos 1500
To start off, 1987 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Marcos 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Marcos 1500 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 2 more horse power than 1966 Marcos 1500. (85 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1966 Marcos 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 742 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1500. 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 1966 Marcos 1500. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1500. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Jeep Cherokee | 1966 Marcos 1500 | |
| Make | Jeep | Marcos |
| Model | Cherokee | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2290 mm |
