1994 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1958 Vauxhall Victor

To start off, 1994 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Vauxhall Victor 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 580 kg more than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. 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 1958 Vauxhall Victor. 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 1958 Vauxhall Victor. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Vauxhall Victor.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Jeep Cherokee 1958 Vauxhall Victor
Make Jeep Vauxhall
Model Cherokee Victor
Year Released 1994 1958
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3960 cc 1507 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 182 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 301 Nm 110 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1560 kg 980 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 4240 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1590 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2500 mm


 

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