2006 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 1992 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2006 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Firebird (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Mahindra Scorpio. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2006 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 370 kg more than 1992 Pontiac Firebird.
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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Pontiac Firebird. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mahindra Scorpio | 1992 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mahindra | Pontiac |
| Model | Scorpio | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2607 cc | 3128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |
