1988 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 510 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Jeep Commander (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Caprice | 2007 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Caprice | Commander |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2790 mm |
