1990 Ford Scorpio vs. 1994 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1994 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Ford Scorpio. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 370 kg more than 1990 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Scorpio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Terrano II will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Nissan Terrano II (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Scorpio. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Scorpio | 1994 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Scorpio | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
