1979 Buick LeSabre vs. 1999 Mahindra CL
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 360 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.
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, 1979 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1979 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL. 1979 Buick LeSabre 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. 1979 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick LeSabre | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
Make | Buick | Mahindra |
Model | LeSabre | CL |
Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2040 mm |