2004 Mahindra Commander vs. 1989 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2004 Mahindra Commander is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot 405 (64 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 80 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 405.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Mahindra Commander (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 405. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Mahindra Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mahindra Commander | 1989 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Mahindra | Peugeot |
| Model | Commander | 405 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
