2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1984 Mazda 323
To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 323 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 157 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1191 kg more than 1984 Mazda 323. 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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1984 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 323 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2370 mm |
