1973 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro (208 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (185 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 63 kg more than 1973 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro (379 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (305 Nm). This means 1973 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Camaro | 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Camaro | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
