2007 Jeep Commander vs. 1989 Ford Laser
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Laser 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 220 more horse power than 1989 Ford Laser. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1355 kg more than 1989 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 1989 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 (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Laser. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jeep Commander | 1989 Ford Laser | |
Make | Jeep | Ford |
Model | Commander | Laser |
Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5653 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2510 mm |