2002 Mahindra Commander vs. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire
To start off, 2002 Mahindra Commander is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 73 kg more than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire.
Because 2002 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. 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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mahindra Commander. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire has automatic transmission and 2002 Mahindra Commander has manual transmission. 2002 Mahindra Commander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mahindra Commander | 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | |
| Make | Mahindra | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Commander | Jetfire |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 3531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2850 mm |
