1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1968 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (218 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1968 Skoda 1202. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1968 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 705 kg more than 1968 Skoda 1202. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (390 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1968 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Jeep | Skoda |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2690 mm |
