1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1983 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corona 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 131 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corona. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 805 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corona. 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 1983 Toyota Corona. 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corona. (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1983 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Jeep | Toyota |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Corona |
Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
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 | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4050 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |