1994 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1999 Mahindra CL
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Lantra (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 170 kg more than 1994 Hyundai Lantra.
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, 1994 Hyundai Lantra, 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Lantra. (132 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Hyundai Lantra | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mahindra |
| Model | Lantra | CL |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1466 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2040 mm |
