1980 Toyota Corona 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 Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (97 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 949 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corona. 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 all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Toyota Corona. 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 (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corona. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corona | 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Toyota | Jeep |
| Model | Corona | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2366 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 2114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2916 mm |
