1986 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2006 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,607 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Mahindra Scorpio. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 880 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic.
Because 2006 Mahindra Scorpio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mahindra Scorpio (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 2006 Mahindra Scorpio | |
| Make | Honda | Mahindra |
| Model | Civic | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2607 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2040 mm |
