1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 1996 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1996 Ford Scorpio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Spirit (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 124 kg more than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
Because 1996 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 1996 Ford Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit, 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, 1990 Dodge Spirit (294 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (202 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Spirit | 1996 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Spirit | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
