1983 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,125 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1983 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 900 kg more than 1983 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (384 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Escort | 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Escort | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3125 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 384 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2700 mm |
