1999 Mahindra CL vs. 1994 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Gol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Gol would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Gol (108 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Gol should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 234 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Gol.
Because 1999 Mahindra CL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Mahindra CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Gol, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volkswagen Gol (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Gol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mahindra CL | 1994 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Mahindra | Volkswagen |
| Model | CL | Gol |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2520 mm |
