1981 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2003 Mahindra CL is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Honda Accord (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mahindra CL weights approximately 412 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord.
Because 2003 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Accord | 2003 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Honda | Mahindra |
| Model | Accord | CL |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2040 mm |
