1999 Mahindra CL vs. 1977 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 235 kg more than 1999 Mahindra CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1977 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mahindra CL | 1977 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Mahindra | Plymouth |
| Model | CL | Volare |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2760 mm |
