2004 Mahindra CL vs. 1989 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Mahindra CL is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,522 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Carina (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2004 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mahindra CL weights approximately 305 kg more than 1989 Toyota Carina.
Because 2004 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Toyota Carina. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Carina. (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mahindra CL | 1989 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mahindra | Toyota |
| Model | CL | Carina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2522 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2510 mm |
