2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (420 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1515 kg more than 1974 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Publica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2270 mm |
