2000 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1958 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 2000 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 2,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Talbot Lago America is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 430 kg more than 1958 Talbot Lago America. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Talbot Lago America. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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 Talbot Lago America (212 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Talbot Lago America will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Cherokee. 2000 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1958 Talbot Lago America has manual transmission. 1958 Talbot Lago America will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Cherokee | 1958 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Jeep | Talbot |
| Model | Cherokee | Lago America |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 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 |
