2006 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1948 Tatra Tatraplan
To start off, 2006 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Tatra Tatraplan would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 855 kg more than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (401 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Cherokee | 1948 Tatra Tatraplan | |
| Make | Jeep | Tatra |
| Model | Cherokee | Tatraplan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1948 |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
