1997 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1997 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 675 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jeep Cherokee | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Cherokee | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2340 mm |
