1977 Ford Capri vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1977 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 383 kg more than 1977 Ford Capri. 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, 2010 Jeep Commander (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Capri | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Capri | Commander |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2790 mm |