1990 Ford Scorpio vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 22 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1990 Ford Scorpio. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1298 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Scorpio. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Scorpio. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Scorpio | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Scorpio | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 2553 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 8032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1971 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3396 mm |
