1995 Lada Niva vs. 1999 Mahindra CL
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 20 kg more than 1995 Lada Niva.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mahindra CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva 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, 1999 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (134 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lada Niva | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
Make | Lada | Mahindra |
Model | Niva | CL |
Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2040 mm |