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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (297 HP @ 5400 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 620 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, 1979 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Commander. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 2007 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | LTD | Commander |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 5653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2790 mm |
