1998 Honda Prelude vs. 2001 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2001 Mahindra Commander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2001 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2001 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 130 kg more than 1998 Honda Prelude.
Because 2001 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1998 Honda Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Prelude | 2001 Mahindra Commander | |
Make | Honda | Mahindra |
Model | Prelude | Commander |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2112 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2690 mm |