1985 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 308 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice.
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, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Commander. (236 Nm). This means 1985 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Caprice | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Caprice | Commander |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 207 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2790 mm |
