1975 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2002 Mahindra Commander is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort 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 9 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mahindra Commander should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 485 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. 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 1975 Ford Escort. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Mahindra Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 2002 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Ford | Mahindra |
| Model | Escort | Commander |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |
