1998 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2000 Mahindra CL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,522 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mahindra CL weights approximately 25 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord.
Because 2000 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 2000 Mahindra CL | |
Make | Honda | Mahindra |
Model | Accord | CL |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1849 cc | 2522 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2040 mm |