1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2004 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2004 Mahindra Commander is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire would be higher. At 2,290 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2004 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 2004 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 280 kg more than 2004 Mahindra Commander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mahindra 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, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mahindra Commander. (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2004 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Mahindra |
| Model | Sapphire | Commander |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2690 mm |
