2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1971 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corona. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 772 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (415 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corona. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1971 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Corona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2440 mm |
