1954 Daimler Conquest vs. 2008 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1954 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 437 kg more than 1954 Daimler Conquest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Daimler Conquest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander 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, 2008 Jeep Commander (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daimler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daimler Conquest | 2008 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Daimler | Jeep |
| Model | Conquest | Commander |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2433 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2790 mm |
