2000 Mahindra CL vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2000 Mahindra CL is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 490 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 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mahindra CL. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2000 Mahindra CL has manual transmission. 2000 Mahindra CL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mahindra CL | 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Mahindra | Oldsmobile |
| Model | CL | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2522 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3030 mm |
