2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1963 Morris Minor
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (305 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1963 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1963 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1153 kg more than 1963 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Grand Cherokee (453 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1963 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Jeep | Morris |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Minor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |
