2006 Jeep Commander vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2006 Jeep Commander is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Commander (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Commander weights approximately 135 kg more than 1975 Plymouth Volare. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Plymouth Volare. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Jeep Commander (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Commander | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Jeep | Plymouth |
| Model | Commander | Volare |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 5210 cc |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2870 mm |
