2005 Mahindra Commander vs. 1980 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2005 Mahindra Commander is newer by 25 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 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercury Cougar (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 40 kg more than 1980 Mercury Cougar.
Because 2005 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, 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, 1980 Mercury Cougar (218 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mahindra Commander | 1980 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Mahindra | Mercury |
Model | Commander | Cougar |
Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
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 | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1330 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 |