2001 Mahindra Commander vs. 1993 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2001 Mahindra Commander is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2001 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2001 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Frontera weights approximately 269 kg more than 2001 Mahindra Commander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Opel Frontera (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mahindra Commander | 1993 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Mahindra | Opel |
| Model | Commander | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
