2003 Mahindra Commander vs. 1983 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2003 Mahindra Commander is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 2,110 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mahindra Commander (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Starlet. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mahindra Commander should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 620 kg more than 1983 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Starlet. 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, 2003 Mahindra Commander (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Starlet. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Mahindra Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mahindra Commander | 1983 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Mahindra | Toyota |
| Model | Commander | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2110 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2310 mm |
