1978 Toyota Mark II vs. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1978 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Mark II | 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Toyota | Jeep |
| Model | Mark II | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2916 mm |
