1980 Toyota Century vs. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Century would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (459 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Century. (167 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 531 kg more than 1980 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (630 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Century | 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Toyota | Jeep |
| Model | Century | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3375 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 459 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 2336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2156 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2916 mm |
