2007 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota MR2 would be higher. Both 2007 Mahindra Scorpio and 1996 Toyota MR2 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (121 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1996 Toyota MR2.
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, 1996 Toyota MR2 (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | 1996 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Mahindra | Toyota |
| Model | Scorpio | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
