1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle vs. 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. 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 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. 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 (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle | 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | Eagle | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2781 mm |
