2007 Jeep Commander vs. 1980 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Accord 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 (236 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1980 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 787 kg more than 1980 Honda Accord. 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 Honda Accord. 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 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Commander | 1980 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Jeep | Honda |
| Model | Commander | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
