1987 Citroen Mehari vs. 2001 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2001 Mahindra Commander is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mahindra Commander (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mahindra Commander should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 815 kg more than 1987 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Citroen Mehari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Mahindra Commander (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Mahindra Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen Mehari | 2001 Mahindra Commander | |
Make | Citroen | Mahindra |
Model | Mehari | Commander |
Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2112 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |