1973 Toyota Corona 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 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona 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 222 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (83 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 493 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Toyota Corona | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Toyota | Jeep |
Model | Corona | Commander |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |