2008 Jeep Commander vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (248 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Commander. (229 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 505 kg more than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (502 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Commander. (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Commander | 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Jeep | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Commander | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2305 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2850 mm |
