2009 Jeep Commander vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (305 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1551 kg more than 1975 Mazda Chante. 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 (454 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Commander | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Commander | Chante |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2210 mm |
