2002 Mahindra Commander vs. 1970 Mazda 616
To start off, 2002 Mahindra Commander is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 460 kg more than 1970 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mahindra Commander | 1970 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Mahindra | Mazda |
| Model | Commander | 616 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2480 mm |
