1987 Toyota Century vs. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Century weights approximately 6 kg more than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Century | 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Toyota | Jeep |
| Model | Century | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2700 mm |
