1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer vs. 2005 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 35 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, 2005 Jeep Liberty (144 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. (109 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 82 kg more than 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | 2005 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Jeep | Jeep |
| Model | Grand Wagoneer | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4233 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
