1999 Mahindra Bolero vs. 1974 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1999 Mahindra Bolero is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra Bolero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Celica (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra Bolero. (72 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra Bolero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra Bolero weights approximately 645 kg more than 1974 Toyota Celica.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Bolero (156 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Mahindra Bolero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mahindra Bolero | 1974 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mahindra | Toyota |
| Model | Bolero | Celica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 970 kg |
