2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1976 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (188 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon 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 359 kg more than 1976 Ford Falcon.
Because 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Falcon. 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, 1976 Ford Falcon (422 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1976 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Jeep | Ford |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Falcon |
Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3956 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 422 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1834 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |