2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1988 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Meteor 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 124 more horse power than 1988 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1988 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Jeep | Ford |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
