1987 Ford Festiva vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1263 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Commander is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Jeep Commander. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Jeep Commander (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Festiva | Commander |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2790 mm |
