2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1974 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Sunbeam Chamois 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 286 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1535 kg more than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1974 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Jeep | Sunbeam |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2090 mm |
