1993 Ford Scorpio vs. 2010 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 17 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 2010 SsangYong Kyron are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1993 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 582 kg more than 1993 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2010 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2010 SsangYong Kyron (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Scorpio. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Scorpio | 2010 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Scorpio | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| 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 | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
