1968 Holden Monaro vs. 2005 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2005 Mahindra Commander is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Monaro (215 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra Commander.
Because 2005 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1968 Holden Monaro (443 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Monaro | 2005 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Holden | Mahindra |
| Model | Monaro | Commander |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 443 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |
