1994 Ford Scorpio vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1994 Ford Scorpio is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Scorpio (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 440 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Ford Scorpio (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Scorpio | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Scorpio | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |
