2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1978 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1446 kg more than 1978 Mazda Familia. 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 (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1978 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Familia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2270 mm |
