2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1166 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Cherokee | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
