1991 Dodge Caravan vs. 2000 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2000 Mahindra Commander is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Dodge Caravan (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 35 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 1991 Dodge Caravan. 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, 1991 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Dodge Caravan | 2000 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Dodge | Mahindra |
| Model | Caravan | Commander |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2690 mm |
