2000 Mahindra Commander vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Omega
To start off, 2000 Mahindra Commander is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Oldsmobile Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Oldsmobile Omega would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Oldsmobile Omega (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Oldsmobile Omega should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 240 kg more than 1982 Oldsmobile Omega.
Because 2000 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Oldsmobile Omega. 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, 1982 Oldsmobile Omega (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mahindra Commander | 1982 Oldsmobile Omega | |
| Make | Mahindra | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Commander | Omega |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
