1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (245 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (211 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (467 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (319 Nm). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Corvette | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2790 mm |
