2007 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 1988 Volvo 760
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 760 (165 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (121 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1988 Volvo 760.
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, 1988 Volvo 760 (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. 1988 Volvo 760 has automatic transmission and 2007 Mahindra Scorpio has manual transmission. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Volvo 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | 1988 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Mahindra | Volvo |
| Model | Scorpio | 760 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2780 mm |
