1951 Buick 40 vs. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1951 Buick 40. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1951 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 264 kg more than 1951 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand 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, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick 40 | 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | 40 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 3965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1899 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2700 mm |
