2000 Mahindra Commander vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 2000 Mahindra Commander is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Talbot Tagora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Talbot Tagora would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Talbot Tagora (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 25 kg more than 1980 Talbot Tagora.
Because 2000 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Talbot Tagora. 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, 1980 Talbot Tagora (230 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mahindra Commander | 1980 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Mahindra | Talbot |
| Model | Commander | Tagora |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2820 mm |
