2007 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix (185 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 725 kg more than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix.
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, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix (434 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mahindra Scorpio | 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Mahindra | Pontiac |
Model | Scorpio | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2609 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2510 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3010 mm |