1979 Ford LTD vs. 2007 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 850 kg more than 1979 Ford LTD. 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 1979 Ford LTD. 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 (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 2007 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | LTD | Commander |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 78 L |
