1976 Lada 1200 vs. 1999 Mahindra CL
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mahindra CL (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1976 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mahindra CL should accelerate faster than 1976 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 282 kg more than 1976 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 1500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Lada 1200 | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
Make | Lada | Mahindra |
Model | 1200 | CL |
Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2040 mm |