2007 Jeep Commander vs. 1981 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 794 kg more than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. 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 Pontiac Firebird. 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 (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. (459 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Commander | 1981 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Jeep | Pontiac |
| Model | Commander | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1616 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 79 L |
