2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 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 182 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 830 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323. 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 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 323 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2370 mm |
