2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1970 Maserati Indy
To start off, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Indy (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 258 kg more than 1970 Maserati Indy.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1970 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | Jeep | Maserati |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Indy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
