2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1969 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Laurel. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 968 kg more than 1969 Nissan Laurel. 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 1969 Nissan Laurel. 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 (344 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Laurel. (155 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 1969 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Cherokee | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1813 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
