1999 Mahindra CL vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 62 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 450 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mahindra CL | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mahindra | Toyota |
Model | CL | Corolla |
Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2523 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2290 mm |