2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1984 Porsche 944
To start off, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Porsche 944 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 50 more horse power than 1984 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1984 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 419 kg more than 1984 Porsche 944. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1984 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 944 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 66 L |
