1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1986 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (187 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1986 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Meteor.
Because 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Meteor. 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 (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1986 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Jeep | Ford |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3955 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
