1999 Mahindra CL vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mahindra CL (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mahindra CL should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 370 kg more than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mahindra CL | 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mahindra | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CL | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2350 mm |
