2000 Mahindra CL vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2000 Mahindra CL is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,546 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (256 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 330 kg more than 2000 Mahindra CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mahindra CL 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (461 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mahindra CL | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Mahindra | Pontiac |
| Model | CL | GTO |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2522 cc | 6546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2850 mm |
