2006 Jeep Commander vs. 1982 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 2006 Jeep Commander is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Commander (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Tercel. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1575 kg more than 1982 Toyota Tercel. 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 1982 Toyota Tercel. 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 (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Tercel. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Commander | 1982 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Commander | Tercel |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2440 mm |
