1999 Mahindra CL vs. 1988 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Omega (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 30 kg more than 1988 Opel Omega.
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, 1999 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Omega. (152 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mahindra CL | 1988 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mahindra | Opel |
| Model | CL | Omega |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2740 mm |
