1989 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jeep Cherokee (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 80 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jeep Cherokee | 2000 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Jeep | Mahindra |
| Model | Cherokee | Commander |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
