2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 6,063 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2640 mm |
