1999 Mahindra Bolero vs. 1999 Saturn SL
To start off, both 1999 Mahindra Bolero and 1999 Saturn SL were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,521 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra Bolero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Saturn SL (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra Bolero. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Saturn SL 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 1999 Saturn SL.
Because 1999 Mahindra Bolero 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 Bolero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Saturn SL, 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 Bolero (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Saturn SL. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Mahindra Bolero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Saturn SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mahindra Bolero | 1999 Saturn SL | |
| Make | Mahindra | Saturn |
| Model | Bolero | SL |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1055 kg |
