2002 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 460 kg more than 1988 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1988 Porsche 911 (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mahindra Scorpio | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mahindra | Porsche |
Model | Scorpio | 911 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2609 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2270 mm |