2009 Jeep Commander vs. 1974 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda RX-4 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 92 more horse power than 1974 Mazda RX-4. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 933 kg more than 1974 Mazda RX-4. 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 (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Commander | 1974 Mazda RX-4 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Commander | RX-4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2520 mm |
