2003 Mahindra Commander vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2003 Mahindra Commander is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 2,110 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Olympia (73 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 480 kg more than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Because 2003 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Opel Olympia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1967 Opel Olympia (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Olympia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mahindra Commander | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Mahindra | Opel |
| Model | Commander | Olympia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2110 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2420 mm |
