1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica 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 57 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 630 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Celica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3958 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1320 mm |
