2006 Jeep Commander vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 2006 Jeep Commander is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 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 152 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Commander weights approximately 607 kg more than 1978 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Jeep Commander (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Commander | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Commander | 929 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1769 cc |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 55 L |
