1974 Skoda 110 L vs. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (187 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1974 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1974 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 995 kg more than 1974 Skoda 110 L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Skoda 110 L. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1974 Skoda 110 L has manual transmission. 1974 Skoda 110 L will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Skoda 110 L 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Skoda Jeep
Model 110 L Grand Cherokee
Year Released 1974 1999
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 995 cc 3955 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 43 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 70 Nm 295 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3050 RPM
Engine Bore Size 68.1 mm 98.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 68 mm 86.6 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 805 kg 1800 kg
Vehicle Length 4170 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 31 L 87 L


 

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