2006 Jeep Commander vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Jeep Commander is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,703 cc, 2006 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Commander (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Celica. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Commander weights approximately 697 kg more than 1977 Toyota Celica. 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 1977 Toyota Celica. 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Celica. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Commander | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Commander | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1770 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 61 L |
