2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1967 Riley 4
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley 4 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 143 more horse power than 1967 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 681 kg more than 1967 Riley 4. 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 1967 Riley 4. 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 1967 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Jeep | Riley |
| Model | Cherokee | 4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 45 L |
