2007 Jeep Commander vs. 1978 Holden GTS
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden GTS 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 (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1978 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 935 kg more than 1978 Holden GTS. 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 1978 Holden GTS. 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 (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden GTS. (327 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Commander | 1978 Holden GTS | |
| Make | Jeep | Holden |
| Model | Commander | GTS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2830 mm |
