2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1983 Ford Granada
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1983 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 651 kg more than 1983 Ford Granada. 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 1983 Ford Granada. 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 (313 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 1983 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Jeep | Ford |
| Model | Cherokee | Granada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
