2000 Mahindra Commander vs. 1981 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 2000 Mahindra Commander is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Leopard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Leopard would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Leopard (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Leopard should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 176 kg more than 1981 Nissan Leopard.
Because 2000 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Nissan Leopard. 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, 1981 Nissan Leopard (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Leopard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mahindra Commander | 1981 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | Mahindra | Nissan |
| Model | Commander | Leopard |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
