1993 Ford Scorpio vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 19 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1993 Ford Scorpio. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 542 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.
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, 2012 Dodge Charger (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Scorpio. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Scorpio. 2012 Dodge Charger 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. 2012 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Scorpio | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Scorpio | Charger |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3053 mm |
