2007 Jeep Commander vs. 1984 Rover 3500
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Rover 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Rover 3500 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 (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1984 Rover 3500. (187 HP @ 5280 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1984 Rover 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 246 kg more than 1984 Rover 3500. 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 1984 Rover 3500. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Rover 3500. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Rover 3500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Commander | 1984 Rover 3500 | |
| Make | Jeep | Rover |
| Model | Commander | 3500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
