2007 Jeep Commander vs. 1973 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1973 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Jeep Commander (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jeep Commander | 1973 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Jeep | Nissan |
Model | Commander | Laurel |
Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5653 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2680 mm |