2008 Jeep Commander vs. 1967 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph Vitesse 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 140 more horse power than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 978 kg more than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. 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 1967 Triumph Vitesse. 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Commander | 1967 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Jeep | Triumph |
| Model | Commander | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
