1970 Ford Falcon vs. 2008 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1970 Ford Falcon. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 618 kg more than 1970 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1970 Ford Falcon (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Commander. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Falcon | 2008 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Falcon | Commander |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2790 mm |
