1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 1999 Mahindra CL
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta 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 18 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mahindra CL should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 537 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mahindra |
| Model | Fiesta | CL |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2040 mm |
