1980 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 774 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort. 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 1980 Ford Escort. 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 (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort. 2007 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 1980 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1980 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 2007 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Escort | Commander |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 903 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
