1970 Dodge Dart vs. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1970 Dodge Dart. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1970 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1970 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Dodge Dart | 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | |
| Make | Dodge | Mahindra |
| Model | Dart | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3249 cc | 2609 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 2510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |
