1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1978 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lamborghini Countach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lamborghini Countach would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP) has 157 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (218 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lamborghini Countach. (387 Nm). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lamborghini Countach. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1978 Lamborghini Countach has manual transmission. 1978 Lamborghini Countach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1978 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Jeep | Lamborghini |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Countach |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 375 HP |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |
