2009 Jeep Commander vs. 1985 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (305 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1985 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1158 kg more than 1985 Ford Meteor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Meteor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Jeep Commander (454 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Commander | 1985 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Jeep | Ford |
| Model | Commander | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2370 mm |
