1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1977 Nissan Laurel
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 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Laurel 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 89 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Laurel. (129 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 520 kg more than 1977 Nissan Laurel. 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Laurel. (221 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1977 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Jeep | Nissan |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Laurel |
Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |