1990 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2004 Mahindra Commander is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2004 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 344 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic.
Because 2004 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1990 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mahindra Commander. (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Civic | 2004 Mahindra Commander | |
Make | Honda | Mahindra |
Model | Civic | Commander |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2112 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2690 mm |