2009 Jeep Commander vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Volare 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 110 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 92 kg more than 2009 Jeep Commander.
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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Commander | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Jeep | Plymouth |
Model | Commander | Volare |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2870 mm |