1974 Honda Life vs. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Life would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1541 kg more than 1974 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Honda Life. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1974 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1974 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Honda Life | 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Life | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 509 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 2031 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |