1999 Mahindra CL vs. 1989 Subaru XT
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru XT would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru XT (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 138 kg more than 1989 Subaru XT.
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, 1989 Subaru XT (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mahindra CL | 1989 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Mahindra | Subaru |
| Model | CL | XT |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2470 mm |
