1976 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2000 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2000 Mahindra Commander is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Blazer (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 430 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1976 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mahindra Commander. 1976 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2000 Mahindra Commander has manual transmission. 2000 Mahindra Commander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Blazer | 2000 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mahindra |
| Model | Blazer | Commander |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
