2007 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1970 Rover P5B
To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1970 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 249 kg more than 1970 Rover P5B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Rover P5B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Cherokee | 1970 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Jeep | Rover |
| Model | Cherokee | P5B |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3527 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2820 mm |
