1999 Mahindra CL vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 11 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, 2010 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 121 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, 2010 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2010 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mahindra CL | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Mahindra | Nissan |
| Model | CL | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1351 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2685 mm |
