1999 Mahindra CL vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 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 21 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mahindra CL should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 535 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mahindra CL | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Mahindra | Renault |
| Model | CL | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
