1991 Ford Scorpio vs. 1995 Nissan Almera
To start off, 1995 Nissan Almera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Scorpio would be higher. Both 1991 Ford Scorpio and 1995 Nissan Almera are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Almera (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1991 Ford Scorpio. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 103 kg more than 1995 Nissan Almera.
Because 1991 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 1991 Ford Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Nissan Almera (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Scorpio. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Scorpio | 1995 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Scorpio | Almera |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2540 mm |
