1981 Ford Escort vs. 1992 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1992 Ford Scorpio is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Scorpio (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1981 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 301 kg more than 1981 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Ford Scorpio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Ford Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Ford Scorpio (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Escort | 1992 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2770 mm |
