1970 Ford Corsair vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 39 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 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 299 more horse power than 1970 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 508 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 2009 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, 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 (527 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Corsair | Commander |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 527 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2790 mm |
