1976 Datsun Violet vs. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Datsun Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Datsun Violet would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1976 Datsun Violet. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1976 Datsun Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 1510 kg more than 1976 Datsun Violet. 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 (183 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Datsun Violet. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Datsun Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Datsun Violet | 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | |
| Make | Datsun | Mahindra |
| Model | Violet | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
