2007 Jeep Commander vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada 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 88 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 252 kg more than 1981 Ford Granada. 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 1981 Ford Granada. 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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jeep Commander | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | Jeep | Ford |
Model | Commander | Granada |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 68.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2780 mm |