1980 Audi Quattro vs. 2002 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2002 Mahindra Commander is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 2,143 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 80 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro.
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, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 2002 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Audi | Mahindra |
| Model | Quattro | Commander |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2690 mm |
