1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2002 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 435 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2002 Mahindra Scorpio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mahindra Scorpio 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (563 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Mahindra Scorpio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mahindra |
| Model | Corvette | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6491 cc | 2609 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2690 mm |
