2006 Jeep Commander vs. 1976 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2006 Jeep Commander is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Commander (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Commander weights approximately 327 kg more than 1976 Toyota Crown. 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 1976 Toyota Crown. 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 (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Commander | 1976 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Commander | Crown |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2270 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |
