1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Mahindra CL
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 232 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, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mahindra |
Model | Corvette | CL |
Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2040 mm |