1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1970 Toyota Publica
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 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,125 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1970 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (384 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1970 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Publica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3125 cc | 789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 384 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2170 mm |
