1999 Mahindra CL vs. 2010 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2010 Toyota Prius 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 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Prius weights approximately 150 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 Toyota Prius, 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, 1999 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mahindra CL | 2010 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Mahindra | Toyota |
| Model | CL | Prius |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2700 mm |
