2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1978 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,568 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (187 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1978 Avanti Avanti.
Because 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1978 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (320 Nm). This means 1978 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1978 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Jeep | Avanti |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 6568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 177 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4859 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1958 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1755 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2916 mm | 2780 mm |
