2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1974 Saab 99
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 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Saab 99 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 94 more horse power than 1974 Saab 99. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1974 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 689 kg more than 1974 Saab 99. 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 Saab 99. 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Saab 99. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1974 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Jeep | Saab |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 99 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1834 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2480 mm |
