2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1978 Simca 1100
To start off, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1978 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Simca 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (67 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1978 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Jeep | Simca |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
