1993 Ford Scorpio vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 20 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 2013 Scion FR-S are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1993 Ford Scorpio. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 4 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S.
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, 2013 Scion FR-S (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Scorpio. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Scion FR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Scorpio | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
Make | Ford | Scion |
Model | Scorpio | FR-S |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1251 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4235 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |