1977 Dodge Aspen vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 578 kg more than 1977 Dodge Aspen. 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 (527 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Dodge Aspen | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Aspen | Commander |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 527 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2790 mm |
