2007 Jeep Commander vs. 1978 Mazda 616
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1498 kg more than 1978 Mazda 616. 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 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Commander | 1978 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Commander | 616 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2480 mm |
