2000 Mahindra CL vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2000 Mahindra CL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 2,522 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Colt (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mahindra CL weights approximately 250 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt.
Because 2000 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mahindra CL | 1996 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Mahindra | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CL | Colt |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2522 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2430 mm |
