2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1977 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1977 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1126 kg more than 1977 Mazda RX-3. 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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1977 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
