1972 Ford Custom vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Custom would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (305 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1972 Ford Custom. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Custom weights approximately 371 kg more than 2010 Jeep Commander.
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, 2010 Jeep Commander (453 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Custom. (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Custom.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Custom | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Custom | Commander |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
