2005 Mahindra Commander vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2005 Mahindra Commander is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 115 kg more than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mahindra Commander | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Mahindra | Mazda |
| Model | Commander | Luce |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2590 mm |
