2001 Mahindra Commander vs. 1978 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2001 Mahindra Commander is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Silvia (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2001 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2001 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 380 kg more than 1978 Nissan Silvia.
Because 2001 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Nissan Silvia. 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, 1978 Nissan Silvia (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mahindra Commander | 1978 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Mahindra | Nissan |
| Model | Commander | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2350 mm |
