1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corolla is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer would be higher. At 4,233 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corolla (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. (109 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer weights approximately 760 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 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 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (143 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Wagoneer | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4233 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
