1970 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (230 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Vega.
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, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (394 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Vega | 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Vega | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 78 L |
