2006 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 1977 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2006 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,607 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Skyline (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Mahindra Scorpio. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 2006 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 520 kg more than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
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, 2006 Mahindra Scorpio (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (179 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mahindra Scorpio | 1977 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Mahindra | Nissan |
| Model | Scorpio | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2607 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2620 mm |
