2007 Jeep Commander vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1405 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Jeep Commander (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Commander | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Commander | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4699 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2305 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2410 mm |
