1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2000 Mahindra Commander is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 106 kg more than 2000 Mahindra Commander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mahindra |
| Model | Corvette | Commander |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2690 mm |
