1993 Ford Scorpio vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Scorpio would be higher. Both 1993 Ford Scorpio and 2002 Toyota Corolla are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Scorpio (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 15 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 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 1993 Ford Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Scorpio. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Scorpio | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Scorpio | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| 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 | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
