1993 Ford Scorpio vs. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 16 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 5,661 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1993 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Scorpio.
Because 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Scorpio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Scorpio. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Scorpio. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1993 Ford Scorpio has manual transmission. 1993 Ford Scorpio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Scorpio | 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Scorpio | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
