1974 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 6,100 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee (420 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1181 kg more than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Vega | 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Vega | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 6100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 2186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4956 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1694 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2781 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 78 L |
