1994 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1956 Porsche 356
To start off, 1994 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jeep Cherokee (182 HP) has 123 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 356. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 708 kg more than 1956 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Porsche 356. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jeep Cherokee | 1956 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Cherokee | 356 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2110 mm |
