1996 Ford Tracer vs. 2000 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2000 Mahindra CL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Tracer would be higher. At 2,522 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Tracer (67 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra CL. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Tracer should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mahindra CL weights approximately 334 kg more than 1996 Ford Tracer.
Because 2000 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Tracer. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Tracer. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Tracer | 2000 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mahindra |
| Model | Tracer | CL |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
