2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560
To start off, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 52 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 560 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 5547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2850 mm |
