1999 Mahindra CL vs. 1977 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Subaru Leone (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 302 kg more than 1977 Subaru Leone.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mahindra CL | 1977 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Mahindra | Subaru |
| Model | CL | Leone |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2450 mm |
