1972 Ford Granada vs. 2002 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2002 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,609 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Granada (125 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 549 kg more than 1972 Ford Granada.
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, 2002 Mahindra Scorpio (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Granada. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Granada | 2002 Mahindra Scorpio | |
| Make | Ford | Mahindra |
| Model | Granada | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2551 cc | 2609 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2690 mm |
