1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 8 kg more than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Jeep | Aston Martin |
Model | Grand Cherokee | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3960 cc | 5341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |