1991 Citroen BX vs. 1999 Mahindra CL
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen BX (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 402 kg more than 1991 Citroen BX.
Because 1999 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen BX | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Citroen | Mahindra |
| Model | BX | CL |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2040 mm |
