2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1983 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1983 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 868 kg more than 1983 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1983 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Jeep | Holden |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1891 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4821 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1943 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2916 mm | 2670 mm |
