1970 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Falcon (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 567 kg more than 1970 Ford Falcon.
Because 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1970 Ford Falcon (482 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Falcon | 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Falcon | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 482 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 2031 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2790 mm |
