1978 Mitsubishi Jeep 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 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep 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 (347 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. (102 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 831 kg more than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Jeep Commander (520 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. 2010 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep has manual transmission. 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1978 Mitsubishi Jeep | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Jeep |
Model | Jeep | Commander |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2384 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 347 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2790 mm |