1980 Toyota Cressida vs. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Cressida. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 546 kg more than 1980 Toyota Cressida. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Toyota Cressida. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Cressida. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Cressida | 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Toyota | Jeep |
| Model | Cressida | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1972 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |
