1997 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1975 Holden Torana
To start off, 1997 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Torana would be higher. At 2,463 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1975 Holden Torana. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 264 kg more than 1975 Holden Torana. 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, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Torana. 1975 Holden Torana has automatic transmission and 1997 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 1997 Jeep Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Holden Torana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jeep Cherokee | 1975 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Jeep | Holden |
| Model | Cherokee | Torana |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2463 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
