1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1989 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1989 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 339 kg more than 1989 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1989 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Commander. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Avanti Avanti | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Avanti | Jeep |
| Model | Avanti | Commander |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2790 mm |
