1999 Mahindra CL vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota MR2 (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 385 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, 1999 Mahindra CL (165 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (131 Nm). This means 1999 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mahindra CL | 1996 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Mahindra | Toyota |
| Model | CL | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
