2007 Jeep Commander vs. 1983 Ford Laser
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Laser 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 151 more horse power than 1983 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 887 kg more than 1983 Ford Laser. 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 1983 Ford Laser. 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 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Laser. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Commander | 1983 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Jeep | Ford |
| Model | Commander | Laser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2370 mm |
