2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
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 Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (77 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1420 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Corolla. 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 (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1970 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1970 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Jeep | Toyota |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2340 mm |