1999 Mahindra CL vs. 1998 Nissan Presea
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Presea (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 200 kg more than 1998 Nissan Presea.
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, 1998 Nissan Presea, 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Presea. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Presea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mahindra CL | 1998 Nissan Presea | |
| Make | Mahindra | Nissan |
| Model | CL | Presea |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2590 mm |
