2007 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 1973 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,609 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 1530 kg more than 1973 Nissan Skyline. 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 (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | 1973 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Mahindra | Nissan |
| Model | Scorpio | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2609 cc | 1483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2510 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2500 mm |
