1999 Mahindra CL vs. 1986 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 25 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, 1986 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1986 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mahindra CL | 1986 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Mahindra | Venturi |
| Model | CL | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
