2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1966 Renault 8
To start off, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault 8 would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1966 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1966 Renault 8. 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 Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 8. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1966 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 38 L |
