2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1978 Seat 133
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 Seat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 133 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 347 more horse power than 1978 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1138 kg more than 1978 Seat 133. 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 Seat 133. 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 (548 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1978 Seat 133 | |
| Make | Jeep | Seat |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 133 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 548 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2030 mm |
