1989 Ford Meteor 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 Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Meteor (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra Commander.
Because 2000 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Meteor. 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, 2000 Mahindra Commander (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mahindra Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Meteor | 2000 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Ford | Mahindra |
| Model | Meteor | Commander |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |
