1991 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 1999 Mahindra CL
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lincoln Mark VII (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 420 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.
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, 1991 Lincoln Mark VII (347 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1991 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL. 1991 Lincoln Mark VII 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. 1991 Lincoln Mark VII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lincoln Mark VII | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mahindra |
| Model | Mark VII | CL |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2040 mm |
