1990 Ford Scorpio vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 17 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1990 Ford Scorpio. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 163 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, 2007 Honda Accord, 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, 2007 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Scorpio. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Scorpio. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Scorpio has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Scorpio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Scorpio | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Scorpio | Accord |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1418 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |