1999 Mahindra CL vs. 1976 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1976 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda RX-4 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 120 kg more than 1976 Mazda RX-4.
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, both vehicles can yield 165 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mahindra CL | 1976 Mazda RX-4 | |
| Make | Mahindra | Mazda |
| Model | CL | RX-4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2520 mm |
