2004 Mahindra CL vs. 1961 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 Mahindra CL is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,522 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mahindra CL (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Corona. (55 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mahindra CL should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mahindra CL weights approximately 320 kg more than 1961 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Corona. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mahindra CL | 1961 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mahindra | Toyota |
| Model | CL | Corona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2522 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
