2008 Jeep Commander vs. 1962 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Jeep Commander (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. (35 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Commander | 1962 Mitsubishi 500 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Commander | 500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2070 mm |
