1991 Ford Scorpio vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo 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, 1991 Ford Scorpio (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 440 kg more than 2000 Smart ForTwo. 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, 1991 Ford Scorpio (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Scorpio | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Ford | Smart |
Model | Scorpio | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 1820 mm |