1993 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 1993 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (210 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1993 Jeep Cherokee. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 504 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
Because 1993 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (255 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1993 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jeep Cherokee | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Cherokee | 911 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3959 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2280 mm |
