1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 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 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 483 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280. 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Commander. (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Jeep |
Model | 280 | Commander |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2745 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2790 mm |