1967 Honda S800 vs. 2002 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2002 Mahindra Commander is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Honda S800 would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Honda S800 (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Honda S800 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 660 kg more than 1967 Honda S800.
Because 2002 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Honda S800. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2002 Mahindra Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Honda S800 | 2002 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Honda | Mahindra |
| Model | S800 | Commander |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2690 mm |
