2002 Mahindra Commander vs. 1985 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2002 Mahindra Commander is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Soarer (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 190 kg more than 1985 Toyota Soarer.
Because 2002 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Toyota Soarer. 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, 1985 Toyota Soarer (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mahindra Commander | 1985 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Mahindra | Toyota |
| Model | Commander | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
