2008 Jeep Commander vs. 1981 Porsche 944
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1981 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1981 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 633 kg more than 1981 Porsche 944. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Porsche 944. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Jeep Commander (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Commander | 1981 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Commander | 944 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2410 mm |
