1996 Hyundai Pony vs. 1999 Mahindra CL
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Pony (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 300 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Pony.
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, 1996 Hyundai Pony, 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1999 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Pony | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mahindra |
| Model | Pony | CL |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
