2009 Jeep Commander vs. 1983 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (305 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 252 kg more than 2009 Jeep Commander.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Jeep Commander (453 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lincoln Mark VII. (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lincoln Mark VII.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Commander | 1983 Lincoln Mark VII | |
| Make | Jeep | Lincoln |
| Model | Commander | Mark VII |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2760 mm |
