1991 Ford Scorpio vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 17 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 2008 Toyota RAV4 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1991 Ford Scorpio. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1991 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota RAV4 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Scorpio. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Scorpio | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Scorpio | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| 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 | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
