2009 Jeep Commander vs. 1965 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (305 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1513 kg more than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Jeep Commander (454 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Commander | 1965 Mitsubishi 500 | |
Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
Model | Commander | 500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2070 mm |