1990 Ford Orion 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 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Orion 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 3 more horse power than 1990 Ford Orion. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mahindra CL should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 165 kg more than 1990 Ford Orion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mahindra CL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Mahindra CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Orion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Orion. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Orion | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mahindra |
| Model | Orion | CL |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
