1984 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1984 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,548 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1984 Jeep Cherokee. (115 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1984 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 150 kg more than 1984 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Jeep 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Jeep Cherokee. (278 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Jeep Cherokee | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Jeep | Pontiac |
| Model | Cherokee | GTO |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 6548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
