2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton

To start off, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Vauxhall Carlton 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 (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 810 kg more than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. 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 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. 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 (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. (194 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1987 Vauxhall Carlton has manual transmission. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton 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 1987 Vauxhall Carlton
Make Jeep Vauxhall
Model Grand Cherokee Carlton
Year Released 2007 1987
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4701 cc 2260 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 228 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 194 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2130 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 2160 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2740 mm