1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1972 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Skyline 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 83 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (135 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 690 kg more than 1972 Nissan Skyline. 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1972 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Jeep | Nissan |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Skyline |
Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2650 mm |