2005 Mahindra Commander vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2005 Mahindra Commander is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,548 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (370 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 345 kg more than 2005 Mahindra Commander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mahindra Commander | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Mahindra | Pontiac |
| Model | Commander | GTO |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 6548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2850 mm |
