1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1986 Holden Camira
To start off, 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Camira 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 92 more horse power than 1986 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 795 kg more than 1986 Holden Camira. 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 1986 Holden Camira. 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, 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1986 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Jeep | Holden |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Camira |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
