2007 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1974 Ford Capri
To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri 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 104 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 797 kg more than 1974 Ford Capri. 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 1974 Ford Capri. 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Cherokee | 1974 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Jeep | Ford |
| Model | Cherokee | Capri |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2570 mm |
