1994 Holden Barina vs. 2000 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2000 Mahindra CL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Barina would be higher. At 2,522 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mahindra CL weights approximately 520 kg more than 1994 Holden Barina.
Because 2000 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Barina. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Holden Barina | 2000 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Holden | Mahindra |
| Model | Barina | CL |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2040 mm |
