2002 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 1978 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2002 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,609 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mahindra Scorpio (108 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Crown. (102 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mahindra Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 460 kg more than 1978 Toyota Crown. 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, 2002 Mahindra Scorpio (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mahindra Scorpio | 1978 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mahindra | Toyota |
| Model | Scorpio | Crown |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2609 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
