1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2005 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2005 Mahindra Commander is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 475 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 2005 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. 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, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 2005 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mahindra |
| Model | Charmant | Commander |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2690 mm |
