2009 Jeep Commander vs. 1980 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Commodore 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 194 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 783 kg more than 1980 Holden Commodore. 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 1980 Holden Commodore. 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 (454 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Commodore. (231 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Commander | 1980 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Jeep | Holden |
| Model | Commander | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2670 mm |
