1990 Eagle Talon vs. 1999 Mahindra CL
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Eagle Talon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Eagle Talon would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Eagle Talon (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 72 kg more than 1990 Eagle Talon.
Because 1999 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Eagle Talon. 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, 1990 Eagle Talon (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1990 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Eagle Talon | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Eagle | Mahindra |
| Model | Talon | CL |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2040 mm |
