2008 Jeep Commander vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 183 kg more than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Commander. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Commander | 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Jeep | Oldsmobile |
Model | Commander | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3699 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3030 mm |