2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica 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 117 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 495 kg more than 1980 Toyota Celica. 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 (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2640 mm |
