2007 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 1970 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio (121 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Crown. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1970 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, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Crown. (172 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | 1970 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mahindra | Toyota |
| Model | Scorpio | Crown |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
