1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2004 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2004 Mahindra Commander is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mahindra Commander (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mahindra Commander should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 580 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mahindra Commander (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Mahindra Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 2004 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mahindra |
| Model | Charmant | Commander |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2690 mm |
