2004 Mahindra Commander vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 Mahindra Commander is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corona (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2004 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 260 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Because 2004 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1973 Toyota Corona (144 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mahindra Commander. (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mahindra Commander | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mahindra | Toyota |
| Model | Commander | Corona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
