2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1979 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Plymouth Volare 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 95 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 299 kg more than 1979 Plymouth Volare. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1979 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Jeep | Plymouth |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Volare |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
