1985 Ford Tempo vs. 2000 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2000 Mahindra Commander is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Tempo (90 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 265 kg more than 1985 Ford Tempo.
Because 2000 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1985 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Tempo | 2000 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Ford | Mahindra |
| Model | Tempo | Commander |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2690 mm |
