2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1983 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Model F 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 134 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 678 kg more than 1983 Toyota Model F. 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1983 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Model F |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2240 mm |
