1977 Lancia Scorpion vs. 2010 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2010 Ford Explorer is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Scorpion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Scorpion would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Explorer (210 HP) has 131 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Scorpion. (79 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Scorpion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Explorer weights approximately 946 kg more than 1977 Lancia Scorpion. 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, 2010 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Scorpion. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Scorpion. 2010 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 1977 Lancia Scorpion has manual transmission. 1977 Lancia Scorpion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lancia Scorpion | 2010 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Lancia | Ford |
| Model | Scorpion | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 2021 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4912 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2888 mm |
