2008 Jeep Commander vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 305 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 266 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 305. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 951 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 305. 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 1978 Peugeot 305. 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 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 305. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Commander | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Jeep | Peugeot |
| Model | Commander | 305 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 67.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2630 mm |
