2007 Jeep Commander vs. 1980 Porsche 930
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 930 (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Commander. (236 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 377 kg more than 1980 Porsche 930.
Because 2007 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Porsche 930. 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, 1980 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Commander. (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Commander. 2007 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 1980 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1980 Porsche 930 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:
| 2007 Jeep Commander | 1980 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Commander | 930 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2510 mm |
