2010 Jeep Commander vs. 1979 Chrysler Avenger
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chrysler Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chrysler Avenger would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (305 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler Avenger. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1163 kg more than 1979 Chrysler Avenger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Chrysler Avenger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Jeep Commander (454 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler Avenger. (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Jeep Commander | 1979 Chrysler Avenger | |
| Make | Jeep | Chrysler |
| Model | Commander | Avenger |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2500 mm |
