2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1978 Mazda 626
To start off, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 546 kg more than 1978 Mazda 626. 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, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1978 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Jeep | Mazda |
Model | Grand Cherokee | 626 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3960 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |