1990 Ford Scorpio vs. 2010 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2010 Holden Captiva is newer by 20 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Holden Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1990 Ford Scorpio. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Holden Captiva weights approximately 600 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 2010 Holden Captiva 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, 2010 Holden Captiva 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, 2010 Holden Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Scorpio. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Scorpio. 2010 Holden Captiva 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. 2010 Holden Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Scorpio | 2010 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Scorpio | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
