2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1995 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda RX-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda RX-01 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 878 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1995 Mazda RX-01 has manual transmission. 1995 Mazda RX-01 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1995 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
