1981 Honda Ballade vs. 2004 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2004 Mahindra Commander is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Honda Ballade (67 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 2004 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 585 kg more than 1981 Honda Ballade.
Because 2004 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Honda Ballade. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mahindra Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Ballade | 2004 Mahindra Commander | |
Make | Honda | Mahindra |
Model | Ballade | Commander |
Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1334 cc | 2112 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 62 HP |
Torque | 108 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2690 mm |