1970 Ford Corsair vs. 2007 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1970 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 792 kg more than 1970 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Jeep Commander (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Corsair | 2007 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Corsair | Commander |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2790 mm |
