2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1961 NSU Prinz IV
To start off, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 NSU Prinz IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 NSU Prinz IV would be higher. At 2,683 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (161 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1961 NSU Prinz IV.
Because 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Grand 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, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. (44 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1961 NSU Prinz IV has manual transmission. 1961 NSU Prinz IV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1961 NSU Prinz IV | |
| Make | Jeep | NSU |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Prinz IV |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2683 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2050 mm |
