1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Gran Torino would be higher. At 5,751 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 468 kg more than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Gran Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino | 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Gran Torino | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5751 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 80 L |
