1999 Mahindra CL vs. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 9 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, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (166 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 99 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, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mahindra CL | 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Mahindra | Mazda |
| Model | CL | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2340 mm |
