2005 Mahindra Commander vs. 1973 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2005 Mahindra Commander is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Comet (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 150 kg more than 1973 Mercury Comet.
Because 2005 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Comet. 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, 1973 Mercury Comet (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mahindra Commander | 1973 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Mahindra | Mercury |
| Model | Commander | Comet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 3271 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
