1992 Ford Scorpio vs. 1986 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1992 Ford Scorpio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Commodore (153 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1992 Ford Scorpio. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 40 kg more than 1986 Holden Commodore.
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, 1986 Holden Commodore (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Scorpio. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Scorpio | 1986 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Scorpio | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
