1958 Land Rover 109 vs. 2002 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2002 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,609 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mahindra Scorpio (108 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mahindra Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 210 kg more than 1958 Land Rover 109. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Mahindra Scorpio (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Land Rover 109 | 2002 Mahindra Scorpio | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mahindra |
| Model | 109 | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 2609 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2690 mm |
