1991 Ford Corsair vs. 2002 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2002 Mahindra CL is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Corsair (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mahindra CL weights approximately 170 kg more than 1991 Ford Corsair.
Because 2002 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1991 Ford Corsair (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Corsair | 2002 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mahindra |
| Model | Corsair | CL |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2040 mm |
