2004 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Cherokee (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 771 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jeep Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Cherokee | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Cherokee | Celica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3698 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
