1977 Holden GTS vs. 1986 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1986 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden GTS would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden GTS (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1986 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 1986 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden GTS weights approximately 25 kg more than 1986 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Holden GTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Jeep 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, 1977 Holden GTS (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden GTS | 1986 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Holden | Jeep |
| Model | GTS | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
