1980 Buick Estate vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (347 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1980 Buick Estate. (140 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 485 kg more than 1980 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander 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, 2009 Jeep Commander (520 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Estate. (318 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Estate | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Buick | Jeep |
Model | Estate | Commander |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4931 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 347 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2790 mm |