1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1964 Rover P5
To start off, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Rover P5 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (218 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1964 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1964 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 90 kg more than 1964 Rover P5. 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, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (390 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Rover P5. (219 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1964 Rover P5 | |
Make | Jeep | Rover |
Model | Grand Cherokee | P5 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2820 mm |