2007 Jeep Commander vs. 1978 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1978 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1978 Ford Cortina. 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 1978 Ford Cortina. 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 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Cortina. (141 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Commander | 1978 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Jeep | Ford |
| Model | Commander | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2580 mm |
