2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 6,063 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (427 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 305. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 305. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Peugeot 305. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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 (526 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 305. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Jeep | Peugeot |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 305 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 1472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 427 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 526 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2630 mm |
