1998 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 2002 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2002 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Prizm. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Prizm would be higher. At 2,609 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 820 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Prizm.
Because 2002 Mahindra Scorpio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Prizm. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Mahindra Scorpio (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Prizm.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Prizm | 2002 Mahindra Scorpio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mahindra |
| Model | Prizm | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2609 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |
