2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1971 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Sunbeam Chamois 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 104 more horse power than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1263 kg more than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Cherokee | 1971 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Jeep | Sunbeam |
| Model | Cherokee | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2090 mm |
