1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 2001 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2001 Mahindra Commander is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2001 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 2001 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 90 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Because 2001 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Holden Sunbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1976 Holden Sunbird (436 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 2001 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Holden | Mahindra |
| Model | Sunbird | Commander |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5044 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 436 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2690 mm |
