1990 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1959 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1990 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jeep Cherokee (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 970 kg more than 1959 Steyr 500D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Steyr 500D. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Jeep Cherokee | 1959 Steyr 500D | |
Make | Jeep | Steyr |
Model | Cherokee | 500D |
Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 2068 cc | 488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1850 mm |