2003 Mahindra CL vs. 1980 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2003 Mahindra CL is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Corona (97 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mahindra CL weights approximately 137 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corona.
Because 2003 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Toyota Corona. 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, 1980 Toyota Corona (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mahindra CL | 1980 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mahindra | Toyota |
| Model | CL | Corona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2530 mm |
