1964 Honda S500 vs. 2008 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Honda S500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Honda S500 would be higher. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1675 kg more than 1964 Honda S500. 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 1964 Honda S500. 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 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500. 2008 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 1964 Honda S500 has manual transmission. 1964 Honda S500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Honda S500 | 2008 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | S500 | Commander |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 491 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
