1982 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2005 Mahindra CL is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Citroen Visa (80 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra CL. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mahindra CL weights approximately 485 kg more than 1982 Citroen Visa.
Because 2005 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Citroen Visa. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen Visa | 2005 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Citroen | Mahindra |
| Model | Visa | CL |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2040 mm |
