1999 Mahindra CL vs. 1994 Porsche 993
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 993 weights approximately 190 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, 1994 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mahindra CL | 1994 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Mahindra | Porsche |
Model | CL | 993 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2523 cc | 3599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2280 mm |