2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri 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 148 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (87 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 652 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. 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 1978 Ford Capri. 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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1978 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Jeep | Ford |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Capri |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2570 mm |
