2009 Jeep Commander vs. 1987 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Crown 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 (229 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Crown. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1987 Toyota Crown. 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 1987 Toyota Crown. 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 (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Crown. (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Commander | 1987 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Jeep | Toyota |
Model | Commander | Crown |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2305 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2730 mm |