1979 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2005 Mahindra CL is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mahindra CL weights approximately 370 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord.
Because 2005 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 2005 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Honda | Mahindra |
| Model | Accord | CL |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2040 mm |
