2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1966 Toyota Corona

To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (305 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1033 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Grand Cherokee (453 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corona.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee 1966 Toyota Corona
Make Jeep Toyota
Model Grand Cherokee Corona
Year Released 2008 1966
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4701 cc 1490 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 305 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 453 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 78 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.7 mm 78 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1978 kg 945 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 4120 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2430 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 70 L


 

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