2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1985 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac 1000 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 131 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 840 kg more than 1985 Pontiac 1000. 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1985 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Jeep | Pontiac |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2400 mm |
