1992 Ford Scorpio vs. 2004 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2004 Mazda Premacy is newer by 12 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. Both 1992 Ford Scorpio and 2004 Mazda Premacy are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Scorpio (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 140 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, 2004 Mazda Premacy, 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, 2004 Mazda Premacy (224 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Scorpio. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Scorpio | 2004 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Scorpio | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
