1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na vs. 2003 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2003 Mahindra CL is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mahindra CL (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mahindra CL should accelerate faster than 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mahindra CL weights approximately 382 kg more than 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na | 2003 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mahindra |
| Model | Maepsy-Na | CL |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2040 mm |
