1992 Ford Scorpio vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Sentra is newer by 13 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 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Sentra (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1992 Ford Scorpio. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 1 kg more than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
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, 2005 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2005 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Scorpio. (177 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Scorpio | 2005 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Scorpio | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2540 mm |
