2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1974 Mazda 818
To start off, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (188 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 954 kg more than 1974 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mazda 818. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 818. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1974 Mazda 818 has manual transmission. 1974 Mazda 818 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1974 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 818 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1834 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2320 mm |
