1995 Honda Prelude vs. 2003 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2003 Mahindra CL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mahindra CL weights approximately 66 kg more than 1995 Honda Prelude.
Because 2003 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1995 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Prelude | 2003 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Honda | Mahindra |
| Model | Prelude | CL |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2040 mm |
