2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1978 Toyota Century
To start off, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,965 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 28 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Century. (167 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 94 kg more than 1978 Toyota Century. 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 1978 Toyota Century. 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, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1978 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Century |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3965 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1899 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2870 mm |
