2002 Mahindra Commander vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2002 Mahindra Commander is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mahindra Commander (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Crown. (55 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mahindra Commander should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 120 kg more than 1960 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Mahindra Commander (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Crown. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Mahindra Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mahindra Commander | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mahindra | Toyota |
| Model | Commander | Crown |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2540 mm |
