1999 Mahindra CL vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 TVR Vixen (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 TVR Vixen should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 366 kg more than 1968 TVR Vixen.
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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 TVR Vixen. (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mahindra CL | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Mahindra | TVR |
| Model | CL | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2290 mm |
