2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cherry 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 261 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1269 kg more than 1975 Nissan Cherry. 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 (453 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2400 mm |
