1988 Buick Estate vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1988 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 158 kg more than 1988 Buick Estate. 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, 2009 Jeep Commander (527 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Estate. (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Estate | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Buick | Jeep |
Model | Estate | Commander |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 358 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 527 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2790 mm |