2009 Jeep Commander vs. 1986 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1183 kg more than 1986 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Commander is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Jeep Commander. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Sunny, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (527 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Commander | 1986 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Commander | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 358 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 527 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2410 mm |
