2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1959 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Crown 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 (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 579 kg more than 1959 Toyota Crown. 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 1959 Toyota Crown. 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 (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Crown. 2008 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1959 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1959 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 1959 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Cherokee | Crown |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2540 mm |
