2009 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1969 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2009 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 40 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 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Cherokee (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Laurel. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1045 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 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Jeep Cherokee (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Laurel. (155 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Cherokee | 1969 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Cherokee | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1813 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 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 | 2055 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
