1990 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1965 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1990 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Vauxhall Velox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Vauxhall Velox (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Vauxhall Velox should accelerate faster than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 210 kg more than 1965 Vauxhall Velox.
Because 1990 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Vauxhall Velox. 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, 1965 Vauxhall Velox (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1965 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jeep Cherokee | 1965 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | Jeep | Vauxhall |
| Model | Cherokee | Velox |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |
