1969 Dodge Coronet vs. 2002 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2002 Mahindra CL is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 3,690 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Coronet (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 60 kg more than 2002 Mahindra CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Dodge Coronet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1969 Dodge Coronet (292 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Coronet | 2002 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Dodge | Mahindra |
| Model | Coronet | CL |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2040 mm |
