1970 Buick Skylark vs. 2002 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2002 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,723 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Skylark (155 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 40 kg more than 1970 Buick Skylark.
Because 2002 Mahindra Scorpio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Buick Skylark. 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, 1970 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Skylark | 2002 Mahindra Scorpio | |
| Make | Buick | Mahindra |
| Model | Skylark | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5723 cc | 2609 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5430 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2690 mm |
