2005 Mahindra Commander vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 2005 Mahindra Commander is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (226 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 90 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 1989 Saab 9000. 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, 1989 Saab 9000 (351 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mahindra Commander | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Mahindra | Saab |
| Model | Commander | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
