2004 Mahindra Commander vs. 1980 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2004 Mahindra Commander is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercury Cougar (116 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2004 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 40 kg more than 2004 Mahindra Commander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mercury Cougar. 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, 1980 Mercury Cougar (264 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mahindra Commander. (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mahindra Commander | 1980 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Mahindra | Mercury |
| Model | Commander | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 4184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2690 mm |
