1990 Ford Scorpio vs. 1990 Peugeot 309
To start off, both 1990 Ford Scorpio and 1990 Peugeot 309 were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Scorpio (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 309. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 405 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Ford Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 309, 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 Ford Scorpio (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 309. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Scorpio | 1990 Peugeot 309 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Scorpio | 309 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1118 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2480 mm |