2009 Jeep Commander vs. 1970 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (347 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1563 kg more than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. 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 1970 Suzuki Fronte. 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 (520 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Commander | 1970 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Jeep | Suzuki |
| Model | Commander | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 785 cc |
| Horse Power | 347 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 115 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
