1999 Mahindra CL vs. 1981 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Cherry (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 380 kg more than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
Because 1999 Mahindra CL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Mahindra CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Cherry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Cherry. 1981 Nissan Cherry has automatic transmission and 1999 Mahindra CL has manual transmission. 1999 Mahindra CL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Nissan Cherry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mahindra CL | 1981 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Mahindra | Nissan |
| Model | CL | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2400 mm |
