2008 Jeep Commander vs. 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Commander. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 130 kg more than 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda. 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 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Commander | 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
Make | Jeep | Aston Martin |
Model | Commander | Lagonda |
Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2985 cc | 5339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 2225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2920 mm |