1995 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1958 Subaru 360
To start off, 1995 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Jeep Cherokee (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1958 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1958 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1011 kg more than 1958 Subaru 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Subaru 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Jeep Cherokee | 1958 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | Cherokee | 360 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1958 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1780 mm |
