1971 Buick Centurion vs. 1999 Mahindra CL
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Centurion (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Centurion weights approximately 768 kg more than 1999 Mahindra CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Buick Centurion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1971 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL. 1971 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 1999 Mahindra CL has manual transmission. 1999 Mahindra CL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Centurion | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Buick | Mahindra |
| Model | Centurion | CL |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2040 mm |
