2006 Jeep Commander vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 2006 Jeep Commander is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 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 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Commander weights approximately 827 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323. 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 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Commander | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Commander | 323 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1069 cc |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2370 mm |
