1967 Marcos 1600 vs. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Marcos 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Marcos 1600 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (305 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1967 Marcos 1600. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1967 Marcos 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1228 kg more than 1967 Marcos 1600. 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, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (453 Nm) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Marcos 1600. (172 Nm). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Marcos 1600. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1967 Marcos 1600 has manual transmission. 1967 Marcos 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Marcos 1600 | 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Marcos | Jeep |
| Model | 1600 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1652 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2790 mm |
