1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 910 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1975 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Jeep | Ford |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Escort |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3958 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
