2009 Jeep Commander vs. 1974 Triumph TR6
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1974 Triumph TR6. (101 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 308 kg more than 1974 Triumph TR6. 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 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph TR6. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Commander | 1974 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Jeep | Triumph |
| Model | Commander | TR6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
