2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1976 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (230 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1976 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1976 Sunbeam Alpine.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (394 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1976 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Jeep | Sunbeam |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2510 mm |
