2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 216 kg more than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 | 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Jeep | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3965 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 108 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1899 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 91 L |
