1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1972 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 490 kg more than 1972 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1972 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
