2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1973 Rover P5B
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,526 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Rover P5B (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (147 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 274 kg more than 1973 Rover P5B.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Cherokee | 1973 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Jeep | Rover |
| Model | Cherokee | P5B |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 3526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 1590 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2820 mm |
