1985 Buick Electra vs. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Electra would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Electra (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1985 Buick Electra.
Because 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Electra. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Electra. 1985 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2007 Mahindra Scorpio has manual transmission. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Electra | 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | |
| Make | Buick | Mahindra |
| Model | Electra | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2609 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2690 mm |
