1962 Ford Cortina vs. 2002 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2002 Mahindra Commander is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mahindra Commander (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1962 Ford Cortina. (48 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mahindra Commander should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 592 kg more than 1962 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Mahindra Commander (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Mahindra Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Cortina | 2002 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Ford | Mahindra |
| Model | Cortina | Commander |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2690 mm |
