2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1974 Toyota Corona
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 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corona 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 99 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 564 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corona. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corona. (162 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1974 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Corona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
