1971 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2006 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2006 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Impala (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Mahindra Scorpio. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2006 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 65 kg more than 1971 Chevrolet Impala.
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, 1971 Chevrolet Impala (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mahindra Scorpio. (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mahindra Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Impala | 2006 Mahindra Scorpio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mahindra |
| Model | Impala | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2607 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2040 mm |
