2007 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 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 67 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 1815 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Mahindra | Renault |
| Model | Scorpio | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2609 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2510 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
