1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee (247 HP @ 4050 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 760 kg more than 1980 Toyota Celica. 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 1980 Toyota Celica. 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 (468 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1980 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1980 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Jeep | Toyota |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Celica |
Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4050 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |