2008 Jeep Commander vs. 1973 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1973 Pontiac Bonneville. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1973 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 12 kg more than 2008 Jeep Commander.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Pontiac Bonneville. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Pontiac Bonneville. (484 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Commander | 1973 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Jeep | Pontiac |
| Model | Commander | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3210 mm |
