1993 Ford Scorpio vs. 2003 Honda Insight
To start off, 2003 Honda Insight is newer by 10 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. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Scorpio (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2003 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 415 kg more than 2003 Honda Insight. 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, 2003 Honda Insight, 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, 1993 Ford Scorpio (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Scorpio | 2003 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Scorpio | Insight |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
