1999 Mahindra CL vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Volvo 120 (76 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 235 kg more than 1959 Volvo 120.
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 CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mahindra CL | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Mahindra | Volvo |
Model | CL | 120 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2523 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2610 mm |