2009 Jeep Commander vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1535 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. 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 1974 Toyota Corolla. 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 (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Commander | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Commander | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2380 mm |
