1999 Mahindra CL vs. 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 520 kg more than 1999 Mahindra CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mahindra CL | 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Mahindra | Mercury |
| Model | CL | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2920 mm |
