1999 Mahindra CL vs. 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mahindra CL | 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mahindra | Toyota |
| Model | CL | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
