1972 Chevrolet DeVille vs. 1992 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1992 Ford Scorpio is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet DeVille would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1992 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet DeVille weights approximately 369 kg more than 1992 Ford Scorpio. 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, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille (495 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Scorpio. (160 Nm). This means 1972 Chevrolet DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet DeVille | 1992 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | DeVille | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2770 mm |
