1990 Ford Scorpio vs. 2000 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2000 Nissan Almera is newer by 10 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Almera (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1990 Ford Scorpio. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Almera weights approximately 225 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 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, 2000 Nissan Almera, 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, 2000 Nissan Almera (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Scorpio. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Scorpio | 2000 Nissan Almera | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Scorpio | Almera |
Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2540 mm |