2001 Mahindra Commander vs. 1968 Marcos 2 Litres
To start off, 2001 Mahindra Commander is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Marcos 2 Litres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres (126 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2001 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres should accelerate faster than 2001 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 470 kg more than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres.
Because 2001 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. 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, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Marcos 2 Litres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mahindra Commander | 1968 Marcos 2 Litres | |
| Make | Mahindra | Marcos |
| Model | Commander | 2 Litres |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2270 mm |
