• foo@programming.dev
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      11 months ago

      In WWII the Willie’s jeep was basically unstoppable and it is about 1/4 the size of the monster trucks that Americans need to drive to get KFC

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        11 months ago

        Its kinda sad that thr jeep cherokee sport was kinda the perfect size for what it did and was the size of a nisaan cube. Now compare a 2001 jeep cherokee sport to a fucking rubicon. Seriously why the hell are modern vehicles so fucking large compared to the first SUVs even.

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          11 months ago

          The old Cherokee was small, but I think calling it the same size as a Nissan Cube is a stretch squish.

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            11 months ago

            Given the fact I parked next to one the other day, theyre about the same size. The Cube is a bit taller and the Cherokee is somewhat longer. Though most of the added length is due to the Engine compartment.

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              11 months ago

              Well, TIL.

              Still, I think the extra length of the Cherokee “counts” more than the extra height of the Cube, especially since a Cherokee actually intended to be used off-road (with 4x4, bigger tires, etc.) would be taller.

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        11 months ago

        I know, my car is a Subaru Crosstrek which is basically a lifted AWD hatchback. It comfortably holds 4 adults and bikes, kayaks, cargo basket with whatever thanks to a hitch and roof rack. Similar ground clearance to much larger vehicles.