2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1971 Seat 124
To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Seat 124 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 898 kg more than 1971 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (548 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1971 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Jeep | Seat |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 124 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 548 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2430 mm |
