1979 Ford Mustang vs. 2003 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2003 Mahindra CL is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Mustang (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mahindra CL weights approximately 114 kg more than 1979 Ford Mustang.
Because 2003 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Mustang | 2003 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mahindra |
| Model | Mustang | CL |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2040 mm |
