2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1986 Toyota Century
To start off, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Century 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 267 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 420 kg more than 1986 Toyota Century. 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 1986 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 (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1986 Toyota Century | |
Make | Jeep | Toyota |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Century |
Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6063 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 569 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2870 mm |