1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 360 kg more than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Jeep Grand 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, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230.
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1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Grand Cherokee | 230 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1941 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3960 cc | 2229 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |