1977 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2007 Jeep Commander

To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 523 kg more than 2007 Jeep Commander.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2007 Jeep Commander (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban.

Compare all specifications:

1977 Chevrolet Suburban 2007 Jeep Commander
Make Chevrolet Jeep
Model Suburban Commander
Year Released 1977 2007
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4093 cc 4701 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 100 HP 235 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 242 Nm 414 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 2200 kg 1677 kg
Vehicle Length 5480 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 3300 mm 2790 mm