2007 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 1995 Renault Spider
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Spider would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Spider (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 1405 kg more than 1995 Renault Spider.
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, 1995 Renault Spider (186 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (183 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | 1995 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Mahindra | Renault |
| Model | Scorpio | Spider |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 115 L |
