1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer vs. 1968 Toyota 1000
To start off, 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota 1000 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (109 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1968 Toyota 1000. (46 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer weights approximately 990 kg more than 1968 Toyota 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Toyota 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota 1000. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | 1968 Toyota 1000 | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Wagoneer | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2170 mm |
