1992 Ford Scorpio vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Scorpio (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 90 kg more than 1992 Ford Scorpio.
Because 1992 Ford Scorpio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Ford Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Honda Accord (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Scorpio. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Scorpio | 1996 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Scorpio | Accord |
Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |