2008 Jeep Commander vs. 1986 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Fairlane 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 (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1986 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 723 kg more than 1986 Ford Fairlane. 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 1986 Ford Fairlane. 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 (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Commander | 1986 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Jeep | Ford |
| Model | Commander | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2950 mm |
