1981 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2002 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2002 Mahindra CL is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 932 kg more than 2002 Mahindra CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mahindra CL. 1981 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2002 Mahindra CL has manual transmission. 2002 Mahindra CL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chevrolet Suburban | 2002 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mahindra |
| Model | Suburban | CL |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2040 mm |
