1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 would be higher. At 6,965 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (375 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Commander. (347 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 486 kg more than 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88.
Because 2010 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (638 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Commander. (520 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Jeep |
| Model | Delta 88 | Commander |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6965 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 347 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 638 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1869 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2790 mm |
