1973 NSU 1000 vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (305 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1973 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1973 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 738 kg more than 1973 NSU 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Jeep Commander (453 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 NSU 1000. 2010 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 1973 NSU 1000 has manual transmission. 1973 NSU 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 NSU 1000 | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | NSU | Jeep |
| Model | 1000 | Commander |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2790 mm |
