1991 Ford Mustang vs. 1996 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1996 Ford Scorpio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Scorpio (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1991 Ford Mustang. (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 180 kg more than 1991 Ford Mustang. 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, 1996 Ford Scorpio (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Mustang | 1996 Ford Scorpio | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | Scorpio |
Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |