1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2004 Mahindra CL is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (429 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 2004 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 160 kg more than 2004 Mahindra CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (635 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mahindra |
| Model | Corvette | CL |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6998 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 635 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2040 mm |
