1990 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1965 MG MGB
To start off, 1990 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 MG MGB would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 MG MGB (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 544 kg more than 1965 MG MGB.
Because 1990 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 MG MGB. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jeep Cherokee | 1965 MG MGB | |
| Make | Jeep | MG |
| Model | Cherokee | MGB |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1965 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| 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 | 1450 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2320 mm |
