2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1974 Mercedes-Benz S
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 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (188 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 159 kg more than 1974 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mercedes-Benz S. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercedes-Benz S. (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1974 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | S |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 3499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1834 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2870 mm |
