1991 Ford Scorpio vs. 2011 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2011 Land Rover LR4 is newer by 20 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover LR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1991 Ford Scorpio. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 1293 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 2011 Land Rover LR4 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, 2011 Land Rover LR4 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, 2011 Land Rover LR4 (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Scorpio. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover LR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Scorpio. 2011 Land Rover LR4 has automatic transmission and 1991 Ford Scorpio has manual transmission. 1991 Ford Scorpio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Land Rover LR4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Scorpio | 2011 Land Rover LR4 | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Scorpio | LR4 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 2548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4829 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1882 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2885 mm |