2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1975 Mazda 818
To start off, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 818 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 127 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 764 kg more than 1975 Mazda 818. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1975 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 818 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2320 mm |
