1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1999 Mahindra CL
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 148 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Citroen | Mahindra |
| Model | Rally Raid | CL |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2040 mm |
