2008 Jeep Liberty vs. 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
To start off, 2008 Jeep Liberty is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. (109 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 301 kg more than 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Liberty | 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | |
| Make | Jeep | Jeep |
| Model | Liberty | Grand Wagoneer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2800 mm |
