2009 Jeep Commander vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1363 kg more than 1973 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Jeep Commander (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Commander | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Commander | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2340 mm |
