1993 Ford Scorpio vs. 2003 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2003 Nissan 350Z 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan 350Z (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1993 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Scorpio.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Scorpio. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Scorpio | 2003 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Scorpio | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
