1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1970 Mazda Familia

To start off, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (187 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1970 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee 1970 Mazda Familia
Make Jeep Mazda
Model Grand Cherokee Familia
Year Released 1999 1970
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3955 cc 985 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 187 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 295 Nm 81 Nm
Torque RPM 3050 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1800 kg 790 kg
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 3710 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1470 mm
Vehicle Height 1770 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2200 mm


 

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