2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1978 Seat 127
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 127 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1978 Seat 127. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1109 kg more than 1978 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Seat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep 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, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (76 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 1978 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Jeep | Seat |
| Model | Cherokee | 127 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1010 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2230 mm |
