1979 Mazda 616 vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 616 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 268 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1445 kg more than 1979 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Jeep Commander (520 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 616 | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Mazda | Jeep |
| Model | 616 | Commander |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 347 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2790 mm |
