1997 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1955 Talbot 2500
To start off, 1997 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Talbot 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1955 Talbot 2500. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1955 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 380 kg more than 1955 Talbot 2500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1955 Talbot 2500 (197 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Talbot 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Jeep Cherokee | 1955 Talbot 2500 | |
Make | Jeep | Talbot |
Model | Cherokee | 2500 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1955 |
Engine Size | 2463 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |