2006 Jeep Commander vs. 1979 Nissan Skyline

To start off, 2006 Jeep Commander is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Skyline 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 129 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Commander weights approximately 487 kg more than 1979 Nissan Skyline. 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 1979 Nissan Skyline. 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 1979 Nissan Skyline. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Skyline.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Jeep Commander 1979 Nissan Skyline
Make Jeep Nissan
Model Commander Skyline
Year Released 2006 1979
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4703 cc 1998 cc
Horse Power 235 HP 106 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 414 Nm 162 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1677 kg 1190 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2620 mm