1991 Honda Prelude vs. 2005 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2005 Mahindra Commander is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Prelude (110 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 260 kg more than 1991 Honda Prelude.
Because 2005 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Honda Prelude (159 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Prelude | 2005 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Honda | Mahindra |
| Model | Prelude | Commander |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
