1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (114 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 984 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
Because 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | Navajo | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1710 mm |
