2009 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona 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 86 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 945 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. 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 1973 Toyota Corona. 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 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (144 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Cherokee | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Cherokee | Corona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
