1999 Mahindra CL vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Camry (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 130 kg more than 1982 Toyota Camry.
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, 1982 Toyota Camry, 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, 1982 Toyota Camry (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mahindra CL | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mahindra | Toyota |
| Model | CL | Camry |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2610 mm |
