2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1969 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corona. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1033 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corona. 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, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1969 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Jeep | Toyota |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Corona |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 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 | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |