1999 Mahindra CL vs. 2000 Tata Safari
To start off, 2000 Tata Safari is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mahindra CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mahindra CL would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Tata Safari weights approximately 810 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 2000 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mahindra CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2000 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mahindra CL | 2000 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Mahindra | Tata |
| Model | CL | Safari |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2660 mm |
