2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1976 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot 504. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 556 kg more than 1976 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot 504. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1976 Peugeot 504 has manual transmission. 1976 Peugeot 504 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1976 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Jeep | Peugeot |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 504 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
