1973 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2000 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2000 Mahindra CL is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chevrolet Impala (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 415 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 1973 Chevrolet Impala. 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, 1973 Chevrolet Impala (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Impala | 2000 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mahindra |
| Model | Impala | CL |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2040 mm |
