1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1971 Holden Torana
To start off, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Torana 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 59 more horse power than 1971 Holden Torana. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 995 kg more than 1971 Holden Torana. 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 1971 Holden Torana. 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 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Torana. (131 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1971 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Jeep | Holden |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Torana |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3125 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 384 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |
