2005 Mahindra Commander vs. 1985 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2005 Mahindra Commander is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 525 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.
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, 1985 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mahindra Commander | 1985 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Mahindra | Chevrolet |
| Model | Commander | Astro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
