1997 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1958 Jensen 541
To start off, 1997 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jensen 541 (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jensen 541 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. 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, 1958 Jensen 541 (311 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Jeep Cherokee | 1958 Jensen 541 | |
Make | Jeep | Jensen |
Model | Cherokee | 541 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2463 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 111.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |