2006 Jeep Commander vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Jeep Commander is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Passat 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 182 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Commander weights approximately 657 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. 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 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Commander | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
Model | Commander | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 86.4 mm |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |