1992 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1998 Ford Scorpio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 75 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Scorpio (172 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 1998 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1998 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
