1999 Mahindra CL vs. 1982 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Laurel (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 160 kg more than 1982 Nissan Laurel.
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, 1999 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Laurel. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Laurel. 1982 Nissan Laurel 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. 1982 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mahindra CL | 1982 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Mahindra | Nissan |
| Model | CL | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
