2009 Jeep Liberty vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Jeep Liberty is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 911. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 903 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Liberty 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 Liberty (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 911. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Liberty | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Liberty | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 79 L |
