1994 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1968 Porsche 911
To start off, 1994 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 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 42 more horse power than 1968 Porsche 911. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1968 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 540 kg more than 1968 Porsche 911. 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 1968 Porsche 911. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Porsche 911. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Jeep Cherokee | 1968 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jeep | Porsche |
Model | Cherokee | 911 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3960 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 66 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 | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |