2007 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 6,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 291 kg more than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Because 2007 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Cherokee | 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Jeep | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Cherokee | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 6596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 2031 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2960 mm |
