1973 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (305 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 822 kg more than 2009 Jeep Commander.
Because 2009 Jeep Commander is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Jeep Commander. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado (522 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Commander. (453 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1973 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
| Model | Eldorado | Commander |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 80 L |
