1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1977 Holden GTS
To start off, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden GTS 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 60 more horse power than 1977 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 335 kg more than 1977 Holden GTS. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden GTS. (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1977 Holden GTS | |
| Make | Jeep | Holden |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | GTS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4139 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
