1978 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Suburban 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 205 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 802 kg more than 2010 Jeep Commander.
Because 1978 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Jeep Commander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2010 Jeep Commander (453 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Suburban | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Suburban | Commander |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| 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 | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2790 mm |
