1999 Mahindra CL vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 90 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.
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, 1998 Renault Laguna, 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, 1998 Renault Laguna (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mahindra CL | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mahindra | Renault |
| Model | CL | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2680 mm |
