1991 Ford Scorpio vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 9 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. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 0 more horse power than 1991 Ford Scorpio. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 105 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Scorpio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic 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, 1991 Ford Scorpio (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Scorpio | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Scorpio | Civic |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
