2008 Jeep Commander vs. 1971 Riley 4
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Riley 4 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1971 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1971 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 718 kg more than 1971 Riley 4. 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 1971 Riley 4. 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 (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Commander | 1971 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Jeep | Riley |
| Model | Commander | 4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
