1987 Ford Sierra 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 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 60 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
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, 1999 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
Make | Ford | Mahindra |
Model | Sierra | CL |
Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2303 cc | 2523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2040 mm |