1992 Honda CRX 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 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda CRX would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 180 kg more than 1992 Honda CRX.
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, 1992 Honda CRX, 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, 1999 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda CRX | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Honda | Mahindra |
| Model | CRX | CL |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2040 mm |
