1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2000 Mahindra CL is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,352 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 75 kg more than 2000 Mahindra CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mahindra CL 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mahindra |
| Model | Corvette | CL |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5352 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2040 mm |
