1994 Ford Scorpio vs. 1983 Honda Civic
To start off, 1994 Ford Scorpio is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Civic 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 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1983 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 530 kg more than 1983 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Ford Scorpio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Ford Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Ford Scorpio (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Civic. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Scorpio | 1983 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Scorpio | Civic |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1334 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2330 mm |
