2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1970 Rover 2000
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1970 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 683 kg more than 1970 Rover 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Rover 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Rover 2000. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Cherokee | 1970 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Jeep | Rover |
| Model | Cherokee | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
