1966 Ford Corsair vs. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (187 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1966 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 915 kg more than 1966 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Corsair | 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Corsair | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3050 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 87 L |
