2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica 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 80 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 635 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Celica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |
