2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1970 Toyota Century
To start off, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Century would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Century weights approximately 120 kg more than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Century. (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1970 Toyota Century | |
Make | Jeep | Toyota |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Century |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2870 mm |