1971 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,726 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (251 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 230 kg more than 1971 Ford Mustang.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Mahindra CL (165 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Mustang. (146 Nm). This means 1999 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Mustang | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mahindra |
| Model | Mustang | CL |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4726 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2040 mm |
