2009 Jeep Commander vs. 1965 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Vauxhall Velox 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 191 more horse power than 1965 Vauxhall Velox. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1965 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 158 kg more than 1965 Vauxhall Velox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (453 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Vauxhall Velox. (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Vauxhall Velox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Commander | 1965 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | Jeep | Vauxhall |
| Model | Commander | Velox |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2740 mm |
