2008 Jeep Commander vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 277 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1006 kg more than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Jeep Commander (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Commander | 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Commander | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2350 mm |
