1985 Honda Prelude vs. 2003 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2003 Mahindra CL is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mahindra CL weights approximately 327 kg more than 1985 Honda Prelude.
Because 2003 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Honda Prelude. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Prelude. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Prelude | 2003 Mahindra CL | |
Make | Honda | Mahindra |
Model | Prelude | CL |
Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 2523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2040 mm |