1977 Buick Electra vs. 2008 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1977 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 570 kg more than 1977 Buick Electra. 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 1977 Buick Electra. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Electra. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Electra | 2008 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Buick | Jeep |
Model | Electra | Commander |
Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 2985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2790 mm |