1978 Buick Electra vs. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1978 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 384 kg more than 1978 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Electra. (381 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Electra | 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Buick | Jeep |
Model | Electra | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2169 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2160 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2790 mm |