1999 Mahindra CL vs. 1996 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Skoda Octavia (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 5 kg more than 1996 Skoda Octavia.
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, 1996 Skoda Octavia, 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, 1999 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mahindra CL | 1996 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Mahindra | Skoda |
| Model | CL | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2520 mm |
