2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1956 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 941 kg more than 1956 Skoda 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Skoda 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (308 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 1956 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Jeep | Skoda |
| Model | Cherokee | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |
