1989 Citroen CX vs. 1999 Mahindra CL
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen CX (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen CX weights approximately 190 kg more than 1999 Mahindra CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mahindra CL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Mahindra CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen CX | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Citroen | Mahindra |
| Model | CX | CL |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2040 mm |
