2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1981 Toyota Century
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 Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Century 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 67 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Century. (168 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Century weights approximately 128 kg more than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Toyota Century. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1981 Toyota Century | |
Make | Jeep | Toyota |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Century |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 3376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 415 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2870 mm |