1987 Chevrolet Celebrity vs. 1999 Mahindra CL
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity weights approximately 58 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.
Because 1999 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. 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, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL. 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity 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. 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mahindra |
| Model | Celebrity | CL |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2040 mm |
