1989 Ford Falcon vs. 2000 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2000 Mahindra Commander is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,157 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Falcon weights approximately 50 kg more than 2000 Mahindra Commander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Falcon. 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, 1989 Ford Falcon (236 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Falcon | 2000 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Ford | Mahindra |
| Model | Falcon | Commander |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3157 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2690 mm |
