2000 Mahindra Commander vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2000 Mahindra Commander is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 320 kg more than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mahindra Commander (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Mahindra Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mahindra Commander | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Mahindra | Mazda |
| Model | Commander | Luce |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
